Translation Studies in Indonesian Subtitle Translated by Pein Akatsuki of a Film Frozen II 2019

Abstract

Translation plays a crucial role in many aspects, including film subtitles. This research aimed to
identify the types of translation strategies and the quality of the translations used in the Indonesian subtitle of
the film Frozen II. Using a descriptive qualitative method, the analysis was based on Suryawinata and Hariyanto's
translation strategies classification, which includes structural and semantic strategies. Nine strategies were
identified: addition, transposition, borrowing, cultural equivalent, descriptive equivalent, synonym, reduction,
expansion, and modulation. The translation's quality was evaluated using Nababan et al.'s criteria of accuracy,
acceptability, and readability. The results showed that the translation was highly accurate, with an accuracy
percentage of 85.9%. However, the 14.1% of translations classified as less accurate (12.7%) or inaccurate
(1.4%) highlight challenges in capturing nuance, tone, and context, often due to constraints like limited space
and timing in subtitles. While most translations were accurate, these cases emphasize the need for careful
attention to detail to maintain the original meaning. Furthermore, this study concludes that the translator
effectively applied multiple strategies, resulting in a high-quality translation that captures the intended meaning
and cultural nuances of Frozen II. Additionally, the distinct contribution of this study lies in its thorough
integration of both structural and semantic translation strategies, providing a more comprehensive analysis
than previous research. It emphasizes the critical importance of not only translating language accurately but
also conveying meaning and cultural nuances, particularly in the subtitles of animated films, to preserve the
original essence and emotional impact for Indonesian audiences.