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Journal Scope : Journal of English Language TeachingScope : Journal of English Language Teaching Abstract

Translation skill is viewed as the fifth skill after the other four skills that should be mastered by the second or foreign learner on studying English. This study aims at analyzing and describing translation techniques and translation competence of Indonesian EFL learners. The research was carried by descriptive research method. The number of respondent is 35 students on majoring of English Education, and the translation test as the instrument. The result of descriptive analysis shows that the literal translation technique (word by word) is mostly used. Moreover, the other techniques, sorting from the highest percentage, are free translation technique, omission, addition, and compensation, replacement of word class, explication-implication, and paraphrase. Moreover, the translation competence of respondents was on 48.57% in the interval scores 60-70. With the average score of 72, 34, the translation competence achieved by the respondents is categorized as fair. Therefore, translation competence by the source text is quite fair organized with comprehending of the content sufficiently, yet there is still mistake on diction, grammar, punctuation and word selection influencing the quality of the translated target text.

Conclusion

The study concludes that the most frequently used translation technique among Indonesian EFL learners is literal translation.While the translation competence of the respondents is categorized as fair, indicating a sufficient understanding of the content but with weaknesses in grammar, punctuation, and word choice.This result highlights the need for focused instruction to improve the quality of translation skills among Indonesian EFL learners.

Future Research

Further research should investigate the specific challenges faced by Indonesian EFL learners in translating informative texts, focusing on areas such as grammatical accuracy and appropriate word selection. Additionally, studies could explore the effectiveness of different pedagogical approaches for improving translation competence, such as incorporating more practice with contextualized translation tasks and providing feedback on common errors. Finally, research might also examine the impact of specific cultural elements on translation choices and potential misunderstandings, deepening the understanding of the complex interplay between language and culture in the translation process to prepare the students to cope with the real world translation needs. This could involve analyzing translation errors related to cultural concepts or idiomatic expressions. Considering the importance of translation skills in various professional contexts, understanding the factors that contribute to effective translation competence is vital for fostering successful communication in a globalized world.

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