TRANSLATION METHODS AND STRATEGIES IN THE CONTEXT OF SCIENCE FICTION

This article is about Scientificnfiction (SF) is a unique literary genre that blends scientific concepts, imaginative worlds, and futuristic technologies. Translating science fiction presents specific challenges due to its hybrid nature, combining technical terminology with creative language. This article explores the key translation methods and strategies used in science fiction, focusing on linguistic, cultural, and stylistic aspects. It also examines how translators balance accuracy and creativity while preserving the author’s intent and reader engagement. The study highlights that successful translation of SF requires not only linguistic competence but also interdisciplinary knowledge and cultural sensitivity.

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
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2026-05-12
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20144084
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Utopian, Dystopian, and Speculative Fiction
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TRANSLATION METHODS AND STRATEGIES IN THE CONTEXT OF SCIENCE FICTION

Mukhtarova Gavhar, Normamatova Farangiz
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Utopian, Dystopian, and Speculative Fiction
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TRANSLATION METHODS AND STRATEGIES IN THE CONTEXT OF SCIENCE FICTION

Mukhtarova Gavhar, Normamatova Farangiz
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This article is about Scientificnfiction (SF) is a unique literary genre that blends scientific concepts, imaginative worlds, and futuristic technologies. Translating science fiction presents specific challenges due to its hybrid nature, combining technical terminology with creative language. This article explores the key translation methods and strategies used in science fiction, focusing on linguistic, cultural, and stylistic aspects. It also examines how translators balance accuracy and creativity while preserving the author’s intent and reader engagement. The study highlights that successful translation of SF requires not only linguistic competence but also interdisciplinary knowledge and cultural sensitivity.

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
National University of Uzbekistan (UZ)
Quality Education
Openalex Percentile: Top 1%
Utopian, Dystopian, and Speculative Fiction
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