Overcoming Linguistic Challenges in Translation: Strategies for Success
Abstract
Translation is not a simple act of replacing words from one language with their equivalents in another; it is a complex process that involves navigating linguistic, cultural, and contextual nuances. Translators regularly face challenges such as untranslatable words, idiomatic expressions, syntactic differences, and cultural references. This article explores key linguistic challenges in translation and presents a range of practical strategies for overcoming them. Drawing from linguistic theory and professional practice, the paper highlights the importance of equivalence, adaptation, and translator creativity in producing accurate, fluent, and culturally appropriate translations.
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Translation strategies, linguistic challenges, equivalence, untranslatabilityHow to Cite
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