calque

1. An expression introduced into one language by translating it from another language (synset 106312435)
   "`superman' is a calque for the German `Ubermensch'"
   is a type of: expression, locution, saying - a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations
   same as: calque formation, loan translation

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