may i say

This documentation is meant to be translated (one time or several, not specific)
This documentation is meant for translating (suggests it will be used multiple times, in this case multiple people too)

Dear sir,


It is an ambiguous statement, I think.

It is possible that you wish to say «this documentation is

that is these sentences are incorrect?

but i seen such sentences(with meant to) many times

AnonymousThis documentation is meant for translating

I read this somwhat strange expression as suggesting that the documentation is purposely couched in codified form designed for translation activity, such as in John Cage's music notations.

I didn't know Cage wanted people to translate his works. Translate to what?

WwwdotcomI didn't know Cage wanted people to translate his works. Translate to what?

Perhaps you would have preferred the word 'perform', 'interpret'?

I know you are interested in music, Wwwdot. Could we not loosely, at least, say that the musician is doing more than performing/interpreting the notations of Cage? Would you not be comfortable