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| Open Access | THE ROLE OF CONTEXT IN THE TRANSLATION PROCESS
Nurillayeva Sevinch , SAMSIFL Course 3Abstract
The present article explores the crucial role that context plays in the translation process. It examines various types of context, including linguistic, cultural, situational, and cognitive factors, and their impact on translation accuracy and meaning transfer. The study also analyzes methodologies for integrating contextual understanding into translation practice, supported by empirical data. Tables illustrating common contextual translation challenges and proposed solutions are included. The findings highlight the indispensable nature of context in achieving fidelity and naturalness in translation.
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translation, context, linguistic factors, cultural context, cognitive processes, meaning transfer, translation challenges
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Hatim, Basil and Mason, Ian — Discourse and the Translator — London: Longman, 1990. p. 78-95.
Nida, Eugene A. — Toward a Science of Translating — Leiden: E.J. Brill, 1964. p. 120-144.
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