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The translation of legal terms: cultural differences and their impact on legal communication

Safarova Iroda , Doctoral student, Tashkent State Institute of Oriental Studies, Uzbekistan

Abstract

This article analyzes the relationship between legal language translation and cultural elements. The author highlights the existence of cultural deficiencies in the process of legal language translation and their significance in cross-cultural communication. The article discusses how cross-cultural differences and cultural elements impact legal language, as well as how to address the cultural gaps that arise in translation. The analysis sheds light on the unique characteristics of legal terminology, their meanings, and the necessity of interpreting them correctly within various cultural contexts. The article also provides recommendations for improving cross-cultural understanding and ensuring effective legal communication in legal translation. This work is of significant importance to professionals in the fields of legal linguistics and cultural studies.

Keywords

Legal language translation, cultural elements, cross-cultural communication

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Safarova Iroda. (2025). The translation of legal terms: cultural differences and their impact on legal communication. The American Journal of Social Science and Education Innovations, 7(05), 67–70. https://doi.org/10.37547/tajssei/Volume07Issue05-09