Analysis of English-Indonesian Translation Based on Students Perception

Abstract

Translation plays a significant role in language learning, particularly in helping students understand texts in a foreign language. This study analyses students’ perceptions of English-to-Indonesian translation within the context of language education. Using a quantitative approach, the research involved 30 fourth-semester students from an English Education program at a private university in Indonesia. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics. The results indicate that most students find translation to be a helpful strategy for improving comprehension, vocabulary acquisition, and overall language skills. However, they also encounter difficulties, such as interpreting idiomatic expressions, understanding grammatical structures, and relying too heavily on digital translation tools. The study underscores the importance of incorporating translation practices into language learning and suggests implementing guided translation activities and proper technological support to enhance students' translation skills. The findings can assist educators in designing more effective teaching strategies for translation-based learning.