Strategies for translating Arabic similes in Al- Manfaluti's Al-Abrat into English
This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of the English translation techniques applied to Arabic similes in Mustafa Lutfi al-Manfaluti's seminal work, "Al-Abrat." Utilising Pierini’s (2007) theoretical framework, the study examines the complexities and nuances involved in translat...
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| description | This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of the English translation techniques applied to Arabic similes in Mustafa Lutfi al-Manfaluti's seminal work, "Al-Abrat." Utilising Pierini’s (2007) theoretical framework, the study examines the complexities and nuances involved in translating Arabic similes into English, focusing on the translation by Majid Khan Malik Siddiqui. The research methodically analyses a selection of 200 similes from the book, exploring the various strategies employed in the translation process. The study reveals a predominant use of literal translation, reflecting a strong commitment to maintaining the integrity of the original text. Additionally, it discusses the role of creative adaptation and simile reduction in addressing cultural and linguistic challenges, emphasising the translator’s role as a cultural mediator. The findings contribute to the understanding of translation practices in literary contexts, highlighting the importance of cultural and contextual awareness in the translation of figurative language. This paper underscores the significance of translation in bridging linguistic and cultural divides, enriching the appreciation of Arabic literature in the English-speaking world. |
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| spelling | upm-1165072025-04-09T06:57:26Z http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/116507/ Strategies for translating Arabic similes in Al- Manfaluti's Al-Abrat into English Talal Zahrawi, Rasha M. Syed Abdullah, Syed Nurulakla Mustapha, Nik Farhan Redzuan Abdullah, Muhammad Alif This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of the English translation techniques applied to Arabic similes in Mustafa Lutfi al-Manfaluti's seminal work, "Al-Abrat." Utilising Pierini’s (2007) theoretical framework, the study examines the complexities and nuances involved in translating Arabic similes into English, focusing on the translation by Majid Khan Malik Siddiqui. The research methodically analyses a selection of 200 similes from the book, exploring the various strategies employed in the translation process. The study reveals a predominant use of literal translation, reflecting a strong commitment to maintaining the integrity of the original text. Additionally, it discusses the role of creative adaptation and simile reduction in addressing cultural and linguistic challenges, emphasising the translator’s role as a cultural mediator. The findings contribute to the understanding of translation practices in literary contexts, highlighting the importance of cultural and contextual awareness in the translation of figurative language. This paper underscores the significance of translation in bridging linguistic and cultural divides, enriching the appreciation of Arabic literature in the English-speaking world. Human Resources Management Academic Research Society (HRMARS) 2024 Article PeerReviewed text en http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/116507/1/116507.pdf Talal Zahrawi, Rasha M. and Syed Abdullah, Syed Nurulakla and Mustapha, Nik Farhan and Redzuan Abdullah, Muhammad Alif (2024) Strategies for translating Arabic similes in Al- Manfaluti's Al-Abrat into English. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 13 (1). pp. 1-18. ISSN 2226-6348 https://hrmars.com/index.php/IJARPED/article/view/20002/Strategies-for-Translating-Arabic-Similes-in-Al-Manfalutis-Al-Abrat-into-English 10.6007/ijarped/v13-i1/20002 |
| spellingShingle | Talal Zahrawi, Rasha M. Syed Abdullah, Syed Nurulakla Mustapha, Nik Farhan Redzuan Abdullah, Muhammad Alif Strategies for translating Arabic similes in Al- Manfaluti's Al-Abrat into English |
| title | Strategies for translating Arabic similes in Al- Manfaluti's Al-Abrat into English |
| title_full | Strategies for translating Arabic similes in Al- Manfaluti's Al-Abrat into English |
| title_fullStr | Strategies for translating Arabic similes in Al- Manfaluti's Al-Abrat into English |
| title_full_unstemmed | Strategies for translating Arabic similes in Al- Manfaluti's Al-Abrat into English |
| title_short | Strategies for translating Arabic similes in Al- Manfaluti's Al-Abrat into English |
| title_sort | strategies for translating arabic similes in al- manfaluti's al-abrat into english |
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