Ukrainian and english oil and gas terminological systems: comparative analysis and translation strategies
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https://doi.org/10.31471/1993-9868-2026-1(45)-92-99Keywords:
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The article examines the peculiarities of Ukrainian oil and gas terminology and the challenges associated with its translation into English within professional communication. The aim of the study is to determine the structural, semantic, and functional features of Ukrainian petroleum terms and to identify effective translation strategies that ensure terminological equivalence, accuracy, and communicative adequacy in English-language discourse. The research is based on methods of terminological analysis, comparative linguistic analysis, and descriptive translation studies, which made it possible to systematize key lexical units of the oil and gas industry and analyze their functioning in both Ukrainian and English. Special attention is paid to the role of Petroleum Technical English as a global medium of professional interaction, characterized by a high degree of standardization, extensive use of abbreviations, and context-dependent terminology. The study demonstrates that Ukrainian oil and gas terminology is formed under the influence of both national linguistic traditions and international (primarily English-language) standards, which leads to cases of terminological asymmetry and the emergence of lexical lacunae. It is established that many specialized concepts lack direct English equivalents and therefore require the application of descriptive translation, explicitation, or paraphrasing strategies to ensure accurate interpretation. The analysis also confirms that the effective translation of petroleum terminology depends on contextual factors, professional knowledge, and adherence to international standards of technical communication. The results of the study contribute to a deeper understanding of the interaction between language and professional knowledge in the oil and gas sector and can be applied in translation practice, terminology standardization, and the development of specialized lexicographic resources.
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