International Journal of Literature and Language Studies
Vol. 5 No. 6 (2026): International Journal of Literature and Language Studies

PROBLEMS OF TRANSLATING HUMOR ACROSS CULTURES

Khamidova Yodora Khamidovna (Teacher of Languages Department Zarmed University)



Article Info

Publish Date
09 Jun 2026

Abstract

Humor is one of the most challenging things to translate since it is so ingrained in language, culture, and social situation. This research investigates the main challenges encountered when translating humor across cultures and investigates the methods translators use to maintain the comic impact. The study concentrates on wordplay, linguistic humor, cultural allusions, idiomatic expressions, and context-dependent jokes that frequently lose their meaning when translated into another language. The study uses a comparative analysis of humorous texts translated between English and Uzbek to pinpoint typical translation problems and gauge the efficacy of several translation methods, such as adaptation, substitution, paraphrasing, and omission. According to the findings, cultural variations, the absence of similar statements, and differing audience expectations have a major influence on the translation of humor. The research indicates that effective humor translation calls for a thorough grasp of the source and target cultures in addition to linguistic skill. The findings add to the body of knowledge in translation studies by showcasing workable methods for improving intercultural communication and conquering cross-cultural challenges in humor translation.

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ijlls

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Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

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The mission of the International Journal of Literature and Language Studies (IJLLS) is to provide readers with the development of language studies in linguistics and literature. In addition to manuscripts that center on the study, we welcome manuscripts on a wide range of topics relating to the ...