käännöstiedettä

Käännöstiedettä, known in English as Translation Studies, is an academic discipline concerned with the study of translation and interpreting. It is an interdisciplinary field that draws upon linguistics, literature, semiotics, cultural studies, and philosophy. Käännöstiedettä examines the theory and practice of translation, exploring the complexities involved in transferring meaning from one language and culture to another.

The field encompasses a wide range of topics, including the nature of translation, the different types of translation (e.g., literal, free, idiomatic), the role of the translator, the impact of cultural context on translation, and the ethical considerations involved. Käännöstiedettä also investigates the various theoretical frameworks used to analyze and understand translation processes, such as equivalence theory, skopos theory, and polysystem theory.

Key areas of study within käännöstiedettä include translation history, machine translation, literary translation, and audiovisual translation. Researchers in this field analyze translation as a form of communication, a cultural transfer, and a literary activity. They also consider the social, political, and economic factors that influence translation practices. The ultimate aim of käännöstiedettä is to develop a deeper understanding of how translation works and to improve the quality and effectiveness of translation across different domains.