Yes, it could be "ported" too.
I think "traduce" originally had the same meaning as in Romance languages, but it has changed afterwards. The latin word is the same: "traducere".
Definition Of:
traducere
Latin Dictionary JM Latin English Dictionary
V TRANS
bring across/over| move/transfer; convert; cause to cross/to extend across area
The first sentence of Portuguese translation of The Trial says "telling lies about" too.