ПРАКТИЧНЕ ЗАСТОСУВАННЯ СИНОНІМІЇ В АНГЛО-УКРАЇНСЬКОМУ ПЕРЕКЛАДІ

The article delves into the intricate relationship between contextual and lexical synonymy, exploring their theoretical underpinnings and practical applications in English-Ukrainian translation. The research aims to identify the nuances and challenges of translating synonymous expressions across these two languages. A robust theoretical framework was established to provide a solid foundation for understanding contextual and lexical synonymy. This framework draws upon relevant linguistic theories and methodologies, including the study of the meaning of words and expressions as well as the study of the vocabulary of a language and contrastive linguistics, meaning the comparative study of two languages. A comparative analysis of contextual and lexical synonymy in English and Ukrainian was conducted to highlight both similarities and differences. This analysis revealed that while both languages exhibit a wide variety of synonymous expressions, there are significant cultural and linguistic differences that can impact translation. To explore the practical challenges and strategies involved in translating synonymous expressions, John Boyne's The Boy in the Striped Pajamas was selected as a case study. This novel provides a rich source of examples of synonymous expressions that can be analysed in detail. The translation approach involved identifying instances of synonymy in the source text, analysing the contextual nuances of each synonymous expression, selecting appropriate target language equivalents that convey the intended meaning and stylistic nuances and considering cultural and linguistic factors that may influence the translation choices. Thus, the research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining theoretical analysis with practical application. The theoretical framework is grounded in relevant linguistic theories, while the practical analysis is based on a detailed examination of the target text and its translation. This study is expected to contribute to a deeper understanding of the complex nature of synonymy and its impact on translation quality by identifying the key factors influencing the translation of synonymous expressions.