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This analysis aims to explore how neologisms in science fiction are effectively translated into other languages.

May 14, 2026Open Access

Strategies for Translating Neologisms in Contemporary Science Fiction: A Linguistic Analysis.

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This analysis aims to explore how neologisms in science fiction are effectively translated into other languages.
Categorizes neologisms into types such as compound words, blends, and derived forms.
Examines translation strategies in works like 1984 and Neuromancer.
Analyzes techniques like borrowing, transcription, and calque.
Found that maintaining the 'future-feel' of texts is crucial for reader comprehension.
Concluded that a balance between foreignization and domestication is essential for preserving the author's vision.

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Linguistic analysis explores translation strategies for neologisms in science fiction, suggesting balance in translation methods.

Qizi. et al. (2026) studied this question.

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