Translation of slang in political and economical texts

this article discusses the main methods of translating slang and slang expressions. It also discusses the specifics of translating this type of expressions and constructions, and highlights the importance of this type of translation. It was noted that since slang changes quickly, it is necessary to take into account the time when choosing a translation method. Also, slang and its use are highly context-dependent. Thus, slang is very common in English-language texts. In 20 selected articles, 82 cases of using slang words and expressions were identified and analyzed. At the same time, slang is used much less frequently in Russian-language texts on similar topics. The study found that the main methods of translating slang units in these texts are: transformational, selection of similar expressions, descriptive translation, and interlinear translation. Transformational translation accounted for about 46% of the total number of translations. Russian-language texts are more neutral, while English-language texts are often much more emotionally charged. The selection of similar expressions accounted for 27% of translation cases. In cases where it is appropriate to preserve the imagery realized through slang, and also when this imagery coincides in both cultures and will be understandable to the audience, the translator resorts to this method of translation. Descriptive translation was used in 17% of cases. It is used when slang reflects the realities of life of the English-speaking audience, which are not familiar to the Russian-speaking audience. Another necessary condition is the impossibility of using transformation. Literal translation accounts for the remaining 10% of translations. It is used in cases where it is not possible to use other methods.

translation, slang, political texts, economic texts, the Russian language, the English language