TRANSLATION STRATEGIES IN CHILDREN’S LITERATURE: A CASE STUDY OF ENGLISH-UZBEK ADAPTATIONS
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16742698Keywords:
Children’s literature, translation strategies, English-Uzbek translation, adaptation, rhythm, cultural equivalence, bilingualism, domestication, tone.Abstract
This thesis explores the unique challenges and strategies involved in translating English children's literature into Uzbek. Focusing on two popular titles — The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? — it examines how tone, rhythm, and cultural elements are preserved or adapted during the translation process. The study uses a qualitative, analytical approach to identify methods such as adaptation, substitution, and domestication. Findings suggest that successful translations for children require not only linguistic accuracy but also cultural sensitivity and creative flexibility to engage young readers effectively.
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