In what ways is 'translations' a suitable title for this play?

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English Literature

In what ways is 'translations' a suitable title for this play?

The title Translations is an extremely suitable title for this play, this is because it donates language within the play and gives the play meaning and a plot. Throughout the play different types of languages are spoken, such as Gaelic, English, Latin and Greek and are translated my Owen, who's role is to act as the translator, so therefore the title is significant, this is because without the use of translating the different languages the characters within the play would be unable to communicate with one another.

Owen plays an extremely big part within the play, his role as translator is vital to the play, as his presence allows relationships between the characters and the plot to develop. His character is significant to the title translations, as this is what his job is, to translate between the English language and the Gaelic language. If Owen had not offered to translate the languages, communication would be extremely difficult, an example of how difficult communication would be without Owen is seen when Lancey attempts to speak to the Irish community about his plans, he speaks