# Alignment in Translation

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> Updated: 2026-05-13T21:00:54.368Z
> Type: glossary
> Category: dogal-dil-isleme
**TLDR:** A concept that models which parts of the source text correspond to which parts in the target language.

<p>Alignment in translation is a core concept for understanding how meaning is transferred across languages. While older systems used explicit alignment models, modern attention-based systems often learn alignment more implicitly. Correct mapping of words, phrases, and structures is crucial for translation quality. Linguistic differences must therefore be handled not only at the lexical level but also at the structural level.</p>