Translating Gender: An Analysis of Gender Roles and Representations in Literary Translation

Giri Suseno; Devi Haryanti Oktavia; Titin  Hendarti; Diah Rahma Suci

Authors

Giri Suseno Universitas Terbuka Author https://orcid.org/0009-0005-5548-4078
Devi Haryanti Oktavia Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia Author
Titin Hendarti Universitas Terbuka Author
Diah Rahma Suci Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Maulana Hasanuddin Banten Author

Keywords:

Gender in Translation, Gender Representation, Literature and Translation, Gender Analysis, Gender Sensitivity, Cross-Cultural Dialogue

Abstract

This article delves into the intricacy of gender portrayal in the field of literary translation, uncovering the ways in which gender is conveyed and depicted in literary works that undergo the process of moving from one language and culture to another. This research used a desk-based approach to incorporate studies from multiple academic sources that examine the interaction of gender, language, and translation. The findings demonstrate that literary translation functions as both a conduit across languages and cultures and as a platform for the negotiation and questioning of gender constructs and norms. The research emphasizes the translator's function as an engaged intermediary in this process, indicating that being aware of gender-related matters in translation might impact readers' perspectives and foster cross-cultural discussions on gender parity. The study's conclusions support the need of considering gender while translating literary works in order to advance gender parity and improve our understanding of gender in a global context.

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