UNDERSTANDING TRANSLATION UNITS AND SHIFTS: A THEORETICAL PERSPECTIVE
Keywords:
Translation Units, Translation Shifts, Equivalence, Linguistics, Catford, Vinay and DarbelnetAbstract
This paper explores the concepts of translation units and translation shifts within the field of Translation Studies. Drawing on the works of Vinay and Darbelnet, Catford, and other influential theorists, the article analyzes how meaning is transferred across languages and the inevitable transformations that occur. The study emphasizes the significance of identifying appropriate translation units and understanding the types of shifts that ensure accurate, contextually faithful translation.
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