Abstract:
Indeed, according to the modern world, the translation is considered as a
unique study, because it played major roles in spreading cultures and
knowledge among people, along with ensuring and elevating the humanity. In
addition, according to Sri Lanka, Muslims live here as minorities. As a result,
they are used to talk Tamil Language as their mother tongue which basically
belongs to Hindus.Nevertheless, Muslims use Arabic Language as their
religious language, especially in worship and daily activities and transactions.
Further, most of the books pertaining to Islamic religion have been written in
Arabic, therefore everyone cannot understand and learn Islam very well due to
lack of Arabic knowledge.Thus, Sri Lankans Muslims are in terrible need to
learn and understand about Islam. Based on this, the researcher has tried the
maximum level of best to do a best research on the topic “The Problems Faced
By Sri Lankan Translators From Arabic Language Into Tamil Language”.A
person who involved in translation should be knowledgeable in context of both
source and target language. Thus, the research mainly focuses on resolving
the barriers and issues that a translator faces while translating form Arabic to
Tamil. In addition, this research will be helpful to develop and elevate the
translation skills and abilities to the top in Sri Lanka.The methodology adopted
is qualitative. The primary data was collected through personal interviews,
and the questionnaires. Secondary data was obtained from related
books to this study. Being knowledgeable in context of both language is
necessity to be a successful translator.
