Translation between English and Arabic

This textbook provides a comprehensive resource for translation students and educators embarking on the challenge of translating into and out of English and Arabic. Combining a solid basis in translation theory with examples drawn from real texts including the Qu'ran, the author introduces a number of the problems and practical considerations which arise during translation between English and Arabic, equipping readers with the skills to recognise and address these issues in their own work through practical exercises. Among these considerations are grammatical, semantic, lexical and cultural problems, collocations, idioms and fixed expressions. With its coverage of essential topics including culturally-bound terms and differences, both novice and more experienced translators will find this book useful in the development of their translation practice.

Provides a solid theoretical grounding which is then linked to the practice of translation Addresses holistic and specific issues faced by novice as well as experienced translators Utilises examples from a range of sources, including everyday, religious and literary texts

Autorentext

Noureldin Abdelaal is Assistant Professor of Translation at the University of Nizwa, Oman.

Inhalt
Chapter 1: Translational Concepts.- Chapter 2: Translation Theory.- Chapter 3: Grammatical Problems in Translation.- Chapter 4: Lexical and Semantic Problems in Translation.- Chapter 5: Culture as a Problem in Translation.