Translation occurs in the cytoplasm of a cell, specifically on the ribosomes.

Here's a breakdown:

* Ribosomes: These are the cellular machinery responsible for protein synthesis. They are composed of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) and proteins.

* Cytoplasm: This is the gel-like substance that fills the cell and surrounds the nucleus. Ribosomes are found floating freely in the cytoplasm or attached to the endoplasmic reticulum (ER).

During translation, messenger RNA (mRNA) carries the genetic code from the DNA in the nucleus to the ribosomes in the cytoplasm. The ribosomes then "read" the code and use it to assemble amino acids into proteins.