International Journal of Literature and Arts

Volume 12, Issue 3, June 2024

  • Research Article

    Chinese-English Translation of Curse Words in A Dream of Red Mansions: Literal Versus Free Translation

    Yang Chen*

    Issue: Volume 12, Issue 3, June 2024
    Pages: 34-41
    Received: 16 April 2024
    Accepted: 6 May 2024
    Published: 17 May 2024
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ijla.20241203.11
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    Abstract: This research paper delves into the translation strategies for curse words from Chinese to English within the context of literary works, specifically focusing on "A Dream of Red Mansions," a classic Chinese novel. The study acknowledges the cultural aversion to curse words due to their offensive nature and association with negative emotions. Howeve... Show More