October 1, 2025JALL (Journal of Applied Linguistics and Literacy)Open Access

An Analysis of Translation Strategies for English Idiomatic Expressions in the Film Elemental: Force of Nature

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EREkha Novi Ayu Rachmadini IAI Wayan Ana SPSS. Agus Darma Yoga Pratama

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This analysis reveals idiomatic expressions and translation strategies in Elemental: Force of Nature, highlighting cultural adaptations and linguistic choices.

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The analysis found five types of idioms in the film's subtitle, with prepositional phrases being the most prevalent.
A total of fifteen idioms were examined, utilizing McCarthy and O'Dell’s theory on idioms and Baker’s translation strategies.
The study identified all idiomatic translation strategies, including translation with similar meaning and form, and translation by omission.
Overall, the study provides insights into how idiomatic expressions are translated in films, reflecting cultural nuances.

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Rachmadini et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68dd89defe798ba2fc497d8d https://doi.org/10.25157/jall.v9i2.18368

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This analysis reveals idiomatic expressions and translation strategies in Elemental: Force of Nature, highlighting cultural adaptations and linguistic choices.

An Analysis of Translation Strategies for English Idiomatic Expressions in the Film Elemental: Force of Nature

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An Analysis of Translation Strategies for English Idiomatic Expressions in the Film Elemental: Force of Nature

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