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information for new customers... the basics: A translator translates words on a page. An interpreter translates spoken language. I am primarily a translator - working with the written word. I also accept consecutive interpreting assignments (interpreting 2 or 3 sentences at a time after the source person has spoken), in subject areas I am familiar with, or very occasionally, simultaneous interpreting (interpreting while the source person speaks).
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Many linguists believe that everybody has just one native language. Even people who seem bilingual or trilingual generally have a single tongue they feel most comfortable in. Professional translators translate only into their mother tongue - as I translate only into English. My language pairs are: Spanish into English I prefer not to tackle inverse translating, but I can recommend reliable colleagues for the language combinations you need. |
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format and delivery: I accept material on both paper and electronically, but I prefer Word, Power Point, Excel, html or similar, compatible formats. The finished project is returned to you in the format you specify. I am thoroughly familiar with Trados and other professional translation tools (CAT), and for each project I create one or more databases in Multiterm, Excel, or similar formats, providing you with a personalized resource. |
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pricing and payment: I charge per word, or sometimes, when translating book projects, per character or page. Contact me for a no-obligation, competitive quote on your next project. I apply no surcharge on urgent translations yet will invest the time to ensure that the finished English text truly reflects what you want to express. Time transmutes directly into quality. I undertake to deliver the highest quality translation in the shortest possible time.
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