This article presents a comparative study that investigates the challenges associated with translating neologisms, with a specific focus on the differences between human and machine translation approaches. Neologisms, newly coined words and phrases, pose unique difficulties in translation due to their evolving nature and cultural context. By examining the translation strategies and outcomes of both human translators and machine translation systems, this study aims to provide insights into the effectiveness and limitations of each approach in handling neologisms. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in translating neologisms and shed light on the roles of human translators and machine translation technologies in addressing these challenges.

Neologisms, translation challenges, human translation

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