(e.g., a poem, a legal contract, a news article).
Izvirno besedilo is the primary text authored in a specific language (source language), which serves as the foundation for interpretation, analysis, or translation into another language (target text). Izvirno besedilo
In translation theory, specifically interpretative theory, the original text is the base from which the translator extracts meaning to create an equivalent cognitive, affective, and aesthetic impact in the target language. a legal contract
Original texts are often modified into new forms such as parodies, satires, or translations. specifically interpretative theory
This report provides an overview of the concept of (original text or source text) within the context of linguistics, translation studies, and literature, based on search results from April 2026. Definition and Core Role