The Analysis of Translation Techniques of Irony on “The Subtle Art of Not Giving A F*Ck”

Annizar, Ahmad and Anshori, Sakut and Edy, Sarwo (2025) The Analysis of Translation Techniques of Irony on “The Subtle Art of Not Giving A F*Ck”. Sarjana thesis, Institut Agama Islam Negeri Curup.

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This study explores the translation techniques applied to ironic expressions in The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson and its Indonesian translation. Irony, as a subtle and often culturally embedded rhetorical device, presents unique challenges in the process of translation. The objective of this research is to identify the types of irony present in the source text and examine the translation technique used to render these expressions into the target language. This study employs the theoretical framework of D.C. Muecke for the types of irony and adopts the taxonomy of translation techniques proposed by Molina and Albir. The research utilizes a descriptive qualitative method. Data were collected through document analysis and were validated through Focus Group Discussion (FGD) to ensure the reliability of interpretation. The analysis reveals variations in the types of irony conveyed and a range of translation techniques employed by the translator to maintain the pragmatic meaning and stylistic tone of the original work. The study highlights the importance of contextual awareness and the translator’s sensitivity to rhetorical nuance when dealing with irony in literary texts. These findings contribute to the field of translation studies, particularly in the discussion of pragmatic equivalence and stylistic transfer in translating figurative language. Keywords: Irony, Translation techniques, The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck.

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