The Degree of Equivalence Between Idiomatic Expressions in English and Albanian

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The study finds that while full idiomatic equivalence exists, most expressions require creative adaptations for accurate translation.
Out of the analyzed 29 idiomatic expressions, patterns include full, partial, and non-equivalence based on cultural context.
Comparative analysis using idioms from business, body parts, and sports reveals unique cultural norms affecting translation.
Highlighting strategies like cultural adaptation and metaphor substitution suggests a need for greater contextual sensitivity in translation.

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This analysis investigates idiomatic expressions in English and Albanian, highlighting cultural translation strategies.

Ismeti et al. (2025) studied this question.

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