Hovhannisyan A.
Ph.D., Prof.

Abstract
The Article examines the nature of idioms in the frame of two different languages with their unique cultures.
It’s well-acknowledged that idioms are fundamental literary components, fostering depth and genuineness. The three core notions specifically compositionality morphological and syntactic constraints of idioms are portrayed in the article with special reference to James Joyce’s “Dubliners” and its Armenian translation, emphasizing the cultural historical background covered in idiomatic expressions.
The study provides profound insights into translating idioms for emphasizing the importance of cultural and linguistic intercommunication between cultures through literature. James Joyce’s idiomatic expressions serve as an actual illustration, highlighting the intricate balance that translators need to convey intended meanings while maintaining authenticity.

Keywords: idiomatic expression, morphological and syntactic constraints, cultural and historical background, paraphrase, omission, compensation.