Abstract
Translation and Contrastive
Linguistics are considered near-distinct fields of study due to their varying
objectives and perspectives. Contrastive Linguistics, focuses on differences
between languages in terms of system and usage, while translation aims at
rendering an interpretation, description, and/or explanation from one language
to another. This article attempts to discuss an aspect of the relationship
between the two fields. In the course, the article previews the historical
perspectives of the two near but distinct fields of study. However, the article
also identifies and discusses some conceptual approaches to the study of the
two fields. Similarly, the article briefly highlights the major characteristics
of the two fields in describing, explaining, and predicting linguistic
features. Conclusively, the paper argues that while Translation Studies can be
informed by Contrastive Linguistics in dealing with translation products and
processes, on the other hand, Contrastive Linguistics can also be informed by
Translation Studies when describing different languages.
Keywords: Translation, Contrastive Linguistics, Contrastive Analysis
DOI: www.doi.org/10.36349/tjllc.2023.v02i01.013
author/Yakasai, S.A. & Mukoshy, J.I.
journal/Tasambo JLLC | 15 May 2023 | P. 107-112
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