PROBLEMS OF TRANSLATING METAPHORS AND FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE: A CASE OF UZBEK LITERATURE
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This article explores the major challenges involved in translating metaphors and figurative language from Uzbek literature into English. Particular attention is paid to semantic shifts, cultural references, and national identity-based imagery that may lose meaning or emotional value in translation. By analyzing examples from the works of prominent Uzbek authors, the study examines common issues faced by translators such as the lack of direct equivalence, contextual inconsistencies, and difficulties in preserving artistic style. The article also discusses effective translation strategies aimed at maintaining the original text’s expressiveness and cultural depth. Finally, practical recommendations are proposed to achieve more accurate and culturally sensitive translations of figurative expressions in Uzbek literature.
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