The Role of Cultural Context in Translation: Challenges and Solutions in Translating Uzbek Literary Texts into English

Abstract

Translating literary texts is not merely a linguistic task; it also involves transferring the cultural nuances embedded in the source language. This paper explores the challenges translators face when translating Uzbek literary texts into English. It discusses the strategies used to convey cultural references, idiomatic expressions, and historical contexts, while also highlighting the limitations of literal translation methods. Through analysis of selected Uzbek novels, this study examines how translators can maintain the balance between faithfulness to the original and accessibility for foreign readers. The article concludes with recommendations for future translations of Uzbek literary works, focusing on enhancing cultural understanding through context-aware translation techniques.