Review of Štefčík (2025): Multidisciplinary Insights into Translation Studies

What is it about?

Translation is an essential part of how people, cultures, and societies communicate with each other. This publication explores how the field of Translation Studies has changed from focusing mainly on language issues to becoming a broader area that connects with technology, culture, society, education, and human creativity. The work examines how new technologies, especially artificial intelligence (AI), are transforming the way translation is performed and taught. Rather than viewing technology as a replacement for translators, the publication highlights the continuing importance of human knowledge, judgement, cultural understanding, and ethical responsibility. It shows that the future of translation will depend on cooperation between people and digital tools. The publication also discusses how translators today need a wider range of skills. In addition to strong language abilities, they need to understand technological tools, evaluate computer-generated translations, and make informed decisions in complex cultural situations. It emphasizes the importance of adapting translation education so that future translators can work confidently in a rapidly changing digital environment. By bringing together perspectives from different fields, including technology, sociology, and education, this work provides a broader understanding of translation as more than the simple transfer of words between languages. It presents translation as a human activity that supports communication, cultural exchange, and connections among communities in an increasingly interconnected world.

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