The problem of equivalence in translating legal texts

Although it is a subject of continuous debate and a frequent source of controversy, the concept of equivalence remains a central topic in translation studies. The solution to any translation problem is obviously far beyond the mere linear transposition of a source text into a target language and, pa...

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Published in:Lebende Sprachen 2011, Vol.56 (1), p.87-99
Main Author: Paolucci, Sandro
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
equivalence
legal texts
legal translator
translation process
translation strategy
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Summary:Although it is a subject of continuous debate and a frequent source of controversy, the concept of equivalence remains a central topic in translation studies. The solution to any translation problem is obviously far beyond the mere linear transposition of a source text into a target language and, particularly when translating legal texts, specialists in comparative law and legal translators continuously strive to find the most equivalent term or concept in the target language. After briefly presenting equivalence issues in general translation, this article examines the problem of equivalence in legal texts. It stresses the relevance of terminological equivalence, including as a translation process that may compete with others within the same text.
ISSN:0023-9909
1868-0267
DOI:10.1515/les.2011.006