THE TRANSLATION OF NOUN FROM NON‑ENGLISH TO ENGLISH: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
Keywords:
noun translation, non-English to English, translation strategies, linguistic equivalence, cultural adaptation, literal translation, descriptive translation, systematic review.Abstract
This systematic review explores the strategies and challenges involved in translating nouns from non-English languages into English. Nouns often carry cultural, grammatical, and contextual nuances that complicate direct translation. The review categorizes various noun translation techniques such as literal translation, cultural substitution, and descriptive equivalents. It examines a range of scholarly sources, comparing how different language pairs approach noun translation and what common difficulties translators face. Findings highlight the importance of context and cultural knowledge in ensuring accurate and meaningful translations. This study aims to provide a comprehensive overview for linguists, translators, and language learners interested in the nuanced process of noun translation into English.
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