Fabiana Perales

 

Every language has a set of pragmatic conventions for how words should be used. These are cultural and social norms. Thus, they vary from language to another, from one nation to another, and from one culture to another. Understanding English's pragmatic rules is crucial for maximizing the usage of your vocabulary and preventing errors.  Culture and Language are intertwined. The study of pragmatics shows how language use is influenced by cultural norms, values, and beliefs. English, as a global language, is used in a variety of cultural contexts, including British, American, Australian, etc. Each has subtle pragmatic differences. Language may be interpreted differently by learners from diverse cultural backgrounds. For instance, the cultural differences in formality, politeness, and directness. Understanding cultural differences helps to reduce misunderstandings and promotes intercultural competency.  Techniques required for the development of pragmatic competences: -Exposure t...

  Literary translation is beautiful but also a complex task when done between languages. The art of literary translation is challenging and requires more than just a literal translation; a translator must have a deep understanding of both languages and cultures, as well as a sensitivity to the nuances of the literary style. Here are some characteristics of a good literary translation: -Literary fidelity: This quality is the hardest to achieve because it has to preserve the original idea and topic, which involves things such as tone, voice, rhythm, and flow. The translator carries out these special qualities that ensure fidelity to the author’s piece of work and recreate the aesthetic experience of the original text for the target audience. - Naturalness of expression: The goal is to keep the reader engaged in the new language version of the work. The translator of a literary work should strive for the recreation of a smooth and natural written text, without sounding forced or ...