The process of bonding amino acids together to make proteins is called translation.

Here's a breakdown of the process:

* Transcription: DNA, which contains the genetic code for proteins, is transcribed into messenger RNA (mRNA).

* Translation: mRNA travels to ribosomes, where the genetic code is read and used to assemble amino acids in the correct order.

* Peptide bond formation: Amino acids are linked together by peptide bonds, forming a polypeptide chain.

* Folding: The polypeptide chain folds into a specific three-dimensional shape, determined by the sequence of amino acids. This shape is essential for the protein's function.

So, while the entire process of protein synthesis includes both transcription and translation, the specific bonding of amino acids is part of the translation process.