Aim

The International Journal of Linguistics, Literature and Translation (IJLLT) seeks to advance and disseminate cutting-edge research in the fields of linguistics, literature, and translation studies. Our aim is to provide a platform for scholars and practitioners to share innovative findings, foster interdisciplinary dialogues, and contribute to the development of new insights and methodologies in language and literary studies.

Scope

1. Linguistics

In linguistics, IJLLT covers a comprehensive range of topics, with a particular emphasis on the following areas:

• Applied Linguistics and Language Education: Research focused on language teaching methodologies, language acquisition, curriculum design, and the integration of technology in language education.
• Sociolinguistics and Language Variation: Studies addressing language in its social context, including issues of language policy, multilingualism, and dialectology.
• Discourse Analysis and Pragmatics: Analyses of language use in various contexts, exploring how meaning is constructed in spoken and written discourse.
• Psycholinguistics and Neurolinguistics: Explorations of the cognitive processes underlying language comprehension, production, and processing.
• Corpus Linguistics and Computational Linguistics: Research using corpus methodologies and computational techniques to study language patterns and inform linguistic theory.

2. Literature

In the field of literature, IJLLT welcomes submissions that examine:

• Comparative Literature and World Literature: Comparative analyses that explore themes, styles, and historical influences across different literatures and cultures.
• Literary Theory and Criticism: Theoretical perspectives on literary analysis, including postcolonial theory, feminist theory, and narrative theory.
• Genre Studies and Narrative Forms: Research on genre conventions, narrative techniques, and their evolution across literary history.
• Contemporary Literature and Cultural Studies: Examination of modern literary works and their intersection with societal and cultural phenomena.
• Literature and Identity: Studies exploring how literature represents, challenges, and constructs individual and collective identities.

3. Translation Studies

IJLLT is dedicated to advancing knowledge in translation studies, with a focus on:

• Translation Theory and Practice: Analyses of translation methodologies, theories, and the application of various approaches in translation work.
• Intercultural Communication: Research that investigates the role of translation in facilitating cross-cultural communication and understanding.
• Literary and Technical Translation: Studies that examine the unique challenges of translating literary works, technical documents, and other specialized texts.
• Translation Technology and Machine Translation: Exploration of the role of digital tools, software, and machine translation in modern translation practices.
• Translation Pedagogy: Approaches to training translators, including curriculum development, skill acquisition, and the integration of translation technology in educational settings.

4. Interdisciplinary Studies

Recognizing the interdisciplinary nature of these fields, IJLLT also welcomes research that bridges linguistics, literature, and translation. Topics of interest include:

• Language and Literature Interface: Studies that explore how linguistic theories and methods can be applied to literary analysis.
• Literature in Translation: Research examining the impact of translation on literary interpretation, cultural exchange, and global readership.
• Language, Literature, and Identity: Interdisciplinary work that addresses how language and literature interact to construct identity within various social and cultural contexts.

5. Emerging Areas

IJLLT is committed to promoting research in emerging areas that reflect the evolving interests and challenges within linguistics, literature, and translation. Such areas include:

• Digital Humanities: The application of computational methods to analyze literature and linguistic data.
• Ecocriticism and Environmental Humanities: Studies that investigate the intersection of literature, language, and environmental issues.
• Language and Technology: Research on how advancements in technology impact language learning, translation, and literary consumption.