Meaning in Madness: A Study of Two Translations of Manto’s Toba Tek Singh
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https://doi.org/10.2024/j5k0rq30Keywords:
linguistics, translation studies, semiolinguistics, Saadat Hasan Manto, Toba Tek Singh, cultural context, translation equivalenceAbstract
This paper explores the intricate relationship between linguistics and translation through a comparative analysis of two English translations of Saadat Hasan Manto's "Toba Tek Singh." By adopting a semiolinguistic approach, the study examines linguistic structures at various levels—phonological, morphological, syntactic, and discursive. The analysis reveals that translation choices are influenced by cultural, contextual, and linguistic factors. It highlights the translators' differing strategies and interpretations, emphasizing the importance of context and intent in achieving accurate equivalence.
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