Significance and Current Status of Methodological Research in Translation Studies

This chapter explores the significance and current status of methodological research in translation studies, emphasizing its crucial role in establishing the discipline’s theoretical framework and academic independence. It highlights the limitations of traditional inductive methods and advocates for systematic methodological research to enhance translation studies’ disciplinary maturity. The chapter reviews the evolution of translation research methods, from practical skill summaries to interdisciplinary approaches, and examines the relationship between methodology and academic norms, including procedural, language, and ethical standards. It also provides an overview of domestic and international works on translation methodology, categorizing them into philosophical, general, and specific research methods. The discussion underscores the need for methodological innovation and integration to address the complexity of translation phenomena, ultimately contributing to the discipline’s theoretical development and practical application.