THE DIFFICULTIES OF TRANSLATING UZBEK VOCABULARY AND IDIOMATIC EXPRESSIONS: LINGUISTIC AND CULTURAL CHALLENGES
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https://doi.org/10.69691/z7vzm688Keywords:
translation challenges, Uzbek vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, lexical gaps, cultural adaptation, polysemy, homonymy.Abstract
This study critically examines the challenges of translating Uzbek vocabulary and idiomatic expressions into English, primarily due to the inherent linguistic, cultural, and contextual disparities between the two languages. The translation process is complicated by lexical gaps, where certain Uzbek words do not have direct English equivalents, along with instances of polysemy and homonymy that ecessitate careful interpretation.[1] Additionally, many idiomatic expressions are laden with cultural symbolism, further complicating the task.[2] To achieve effective translations, several strategies are essential. These include cultural adaptation, collaboration with native speakers, and finding a balance between fidelity to the original text and readability in the target language. By utilizing these approaches, one can preserve the depth and richness of Uzbek linguistic and cultural expression in English translations.
[1] Anvarjonova, Z. A. (2024). Challenges in translating Uzbek vocabulary and idiomatic expressions. Proceedings of International Conference on Scientific Research in Natural and Social Sciences, 3(6), p. 285.
[2] Ashurokhunova, D. (2024). How cultural differences impact the translation of idiomatic expressions, proverbs, and colloquialisms between Uzbek and English. Лучшие интеллектуальные исследования, 29(1), p. 463
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