SIMILE TRANSLATION: LANGUAGE AND CULTURE CHALLENGES
Keywords:
simile translation, figurative language, cultural adaptation, translation strategies, readability, linguistic challengesAbstract
This study aims to examine the complexities of translating similes in literary texts, focusing on both linguistic and cultural challenges. Similes, which compare two different elements to enhance imagery and meaning, often carry culture-specific connotations that may not have direct equivalents in the target language. The paper discusses strategies such as literal translation, cultural substitution, and explicitation to maintain clarity, emotional tone, and stylistic integrity. It also highlights the importance of readability and audience reception in successful translation. By analyzing theoretical frameworks and practical examples, the study emphasizes the translator’s role as a cultural mediator. The findings suggest that simile translation requires creative adaptation to preserve the rhetorical impact of the original text.
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