Translating scientific & technical abbreviations in to Arabic

الملخص EN

Current developments in different fields of Knowledge, technology, science, education, and human services in particular those that demand using language whether in speech or in writing making use of abbreviations.

Acronyms, initializes or simply abbreviations may seem insignificant in the field of lexicography, yet they are a problem for translators, and could easily lead to a smooth translation or interpretation.

This article analyzes the formulation of English acronyms and their reformulation into Arabic ; it highlights the challenges they pose to the translator and how those challenges can be surmounted.

Since English is believed to be the language of globalization, a simple way out for the translator or the interpreter is to render the abbreviation as 'borrowed' words, followed by an explanation if necessary.

Above all, the translator who interprets abbreviations needs abroad and deep knowledge in the culture of both languages English and Arabic.