The Question of Scientificity in Translation Studies

A set of questions arise in translation studies (TS), as it does in humanities, when the question of scientificity is discussed: is it possible at all to establish a scientific study of human phenomena? If so, to what extent can we adapt the rigorous scientific methods to a complex and multidimensional phenomenon like translation? How can we approach translation complexity scientifically? This article explores the different impediments to the recognition of TS scientificity, and sheds light on the new trends in translation research, and how they have served this cause. Given that the aim of science is understanding phenomena, integrating and elaborating appropriate research methods to understand translation can yield significant insights into this human phenomenon regardless of its nature.