Preservation of Cultural Authenticity: Analysing Cultural Transfer in the Translation Process
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This article deals with the analysis and importance of cultural transfer in the translation process. Translation is a complex process that acts as a bridge between language and culture and cultural transfer is an integral part of the translation process. Apart from grammar and word choice, translators need a deep cultural knowledge and sensitivity in order to understand the cultural elements in the source text and transfer them appropriately to the target language and culture. The article states that translation theories and approaches play an important role in analysing cultural transfer in the translation process. Theories and approaches such as equivalence theory, polysystem theory, cultural translation approach and postcolonial translation theories can be used to understand the translation process and provide a guiding perspective for translators. The impact of cultural transfer on the translation process is vital for the success of the translator. Cultural differences shape translation decisions and enable translators to convey the text accurately. Translators should have a deep cultural knowledge to understand the cultural context of the text and the expectations of the target culture. It also emphasises the interaction between language and culture in the translation process. Language is the main medium through which a culture is expressed, and language and culture influence each other in the translation process. Translators should understand both the language and cultural structure of the source culture and the norms and values of the target culture. In this way, they can accurately convey the text in the translation process. The role of translators in cultural transfer is to accurately convey cultural values and norms when transferring a text from the source culture to the target culture. Translators' responsibilities include interpreting cultural elements correctly, conveying cultural references appropriately and ensuring effective communication in the target culture.
Author: Emirhan Ozturk
Institution: Yıldız Technical University
Language: English
Subfield: Language and Linguistics
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4404129256