A translator adapts a technical manual from Japanese to English for a US audience; which pragmatic effect dominates?

💡 Explanation

Domestication involves adapting the text to the target culture and readership because this enhances comprehension and usability for the American audience. Therefore, a focus on user comprehension becomes paramount, rather than prioritizing literal translation or foreign cultural elements.

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