Translation of Euphemistic Intimate Expressions in the Holy Quran
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https://doi.org/10.36327/ewjh.v3i30.12672Keywords:
Ali, Arberry, Euphemism, Quran, TranslationAbstract
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The study investigates the accuracy and techniques of translating euphemistic sex-related expressions in the Holy Quran by two culturally and linguistically (in terms of native language) distant translators; Yusuf Ali and John Arberry. Using the qualitative method and in light of al-Mizan exegesis, a purposive sampling of euphemized verses are analyzed to assess the translation of euphemisms. Though, with less equivalence and rhetoric, it is indicated that the euphemistic features of the source text were preserved more in Ali's translations than Arberry’s. This could be attributed to Ali’s Quran-oriented culture and knowledge of Arabic exegeses.
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