EQUIVALENCE CHALLENGES IN TRANSLATING UZBEK IDIOMATIC EXPRESSIONS INTO ENGLISH
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15852132Keywords:
equivalence, translation, Uzbek idioms, English idioms, cultural specificity, translation strategiesAbstract
This article explores the complexities and challenges involved in achieving equivalence when translating Uzbek idiomatic expressions into English. Idioms, as culturally bound linguistic units, often pose significant difficulties for translators due to their metaphorical, non-literal meanings and cultural specificity. The study analyzes the types of equivalence, the nature of idioms in both languages, and common strategies employed to ensure accurate and culturally appropriate translations. Several Uzbek idiomatic examples are examined alongside their English counterparts to illustrate typical equivalence problems and solutions.
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