PHONETIC AND LINGUISTIC ISSUES IN CULTURAL HERITAGE TRANSLATION: THE CASE OF UZBEKISTAN’S ARCHAEOLOGICAL CONTEXT IN ENGLISH

Abstract

Cultural heritage is a vital component of national identity, and its accurate representation in global languages is essential for preserving its value. In Uzbekistan, rich archaeological heritage is increasingly being presented to international audiences, particularly through English. However, numerous translational and phonetic challenges arise. This paper explores these linguistic issues, with a focus on English-language renderings of Uzbek archaeological and cultural content, highlighting how poor translations—especially of names, terms, and site descriptions—can result in misinterpretation and heritage distortion.