Stylistic Reproduction in Translation Studies (2014–2024): A Systematic Review

To gain a clear understanding of the current state of research on the reproduction of language style in translation, we systematically analyzed 61 relevant academic studies conducted over the past decade (2014–2024). Stylistic reproduction highlights the importance of conveying the original style in translation, focusing on how to preserve and reflect the style. Driven by the characteristics of the times, the expansion of academic background, the deepening of translation studies, and the practical demands of translation practice, research on stylistic reproduction has garnered increasing interest from scholars. Fruitful results have been yielded in terms of research content, which covers general trends, topics and areas of focus, types and challenges of style, as well as applied theoretical frameworks, translation principles and strategies. However, deficiencies have also emerged. These issues include repetitive research topics and content, findings that lack analytical completeness and reasonability, conceptual confusion regarding translation terminology, the limited range of languages examined, and the absence of effective evaluation mechanisms for stylistic reproduction. This study suggests that future research should adopt diverse perspectives, identify new materials, and strengthen both theoretical and textual analysis. It should also innovate research methods and instruments to enhance the reliability and originality of findings. Current research highlights the need for future investigations to address the international dissemination of high-quality translations and the stylistic reproduction of non-literary styles. The findings of this study aim to illuminate existing challenges and gaps in the field, offering fresh perspectives and approaches for future research on stylistic reproduction in translation.