Challenges in translating metaphorical expressions in machine translation

Language is wealthy with metaphors that add depth and color to communication. Yet, when it comes to translation, these metaphorical expressions create unique difficulties. Moreover, metaphorical expressions pose a challenging obstacle for machine translation systems because of their nuanced and context-specific nature. The problem arises from the fact that metaphors are not always directly translatable word-for-word between languages due to the cultural and conceptual differences they mean. This article explores the certain challenges experienced when translating metaphors using machine translation tools, studying the limitations of present- day machine translation technologies in managing metaphorical content effectively.