The simile and metaphor in translation of Yemeni spoken Arabic common names of animals and supernatural creatures into English: A socio-pragmatic approach

This study examines the sociopragmatics of animal and supernatural creatures’ names in Yemeni Arabic (YA) their translation into English. The aims to identify most effective English translations these metaphors by sending a questionnaire 43 native speakers (NESs), focusing on Target Language similes (TL) using Abdul-Raof’s (2006) framework classify similes. findings indicate that YA dialects use convey meanings, feelings, intents, while NESs preferred detailed incorporate both feature element. Unlike YA, which accepts all three types metaphor simile address humans names, rejected metaphor, lacks simile. These suggest creature are translated differently two languages cultures, highlighting potential differences cultural aspects. Generally, this contributes our understanding language different cultures impact cross-cultural communication. need for further research cultures.