An analytical study of the process of translation : with special reference to English/Arabic

Aissi, L

Abstract

This study attempts to analyse the process of translation
and to explore its phases (Analysis, Transfer, Synthesis )
and its related aspects.
Translation theory is usually addressed as if languages
alone were at stake. In contrast to most studies on
transaltion, this study is devoted to analysing the process
of translation rather than to a comparative analysis of two
languages.
The study is set up on the basis of communication theory
in general, and draws upon various linguistic theories and
other language—related disciplines such as
psycholinguistics, semiotics, etc. The basic suggestion
posited is that translation should be viewed as a special
case of communication process.
Four models of the translation process are presented and
discussed. All were found to be inadequate in representing
the process as a whole (in its entirety). Thus, a more
comprehensive representation of the process of translation
which takes into consideration various factors is proposed.
The representation proposed describes the process of
translation as a complex network of operations based on
linguistic and extralinguistic factors. It is argued that the main issue in translation theory
should not be whether to translate literally or freely but
how we can achieve an optimum translation which is the
approach taken in this study. It is also hoped that this
study may be of benefit to those interested in teaching
translation and training would —be translators. It is also
recognized that further research is required in the area of
the mental processes involved in translation.
The motivation for this study is the need felt for
clarifying and describing the process of translation in
order to improve the quality of translation and to design
consequently an adequate syllabus for teaching translation.

Citation

Aissi, L. An analytical study of the process of translation : with special reference to English/Arabic. (Thesis). University of Salford

• Thesis Type: Thesis
• Deposit Date: Sep 26, 2011
• Publicly Available Date: Sep 26, 2011
• Award Date: Jan 1, 1987