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When in need of language translation services, you might wonder if there is a way to get the best of two worlds: Quality and Cost-Effectiveness. This lens is here to make such an opportunity readily accessible for you.
Treat this Squidoo lens as your life insurance to your language translation needs. :)
If you are an established multinational company and need to translate your materials into many languages at a time, then SDL or Lionbridge, the leading translation companies in the world, are probably your best bet. They can provide you with a smooth, one-stop solution to your needs.
But what if you only need translations into one language or a couple of languages? In this case you will find that working directly with top-notch freelance translators—the language professionals behind the leading translation companies—will probably serve you better. These multilingual experts are ready to provide you with carefully crafted translations that will convey your message with accuracy and style, stand for your company's image and... guess what? At a fraction of the cost, because there are no middle-men involved.
The problem for you is, these translators can't compete with the largest translation companies on the marketing front, so it can be hard for you to find them. Well, not anymore: Keep reading and get in contact with these top-notch translators that will bring you valuable language services at an affordable price!
Magazines from Professional Translation/Localization Associations
Ata Chronicle
A year's subscription to this magazine by the American Translators Association. News about the translation industry and advice for translators and translation buyers.
Amazon Price: $60.00 (as of 07/26/2008)
Institute of Translation and Interpreting Bulletin Iti News
A year's subscription to ITI's publication with announcements of ITI events, including conferences, workshops etc., plus articles relating to all aspects of translating and interpreting.
Amazon Price: $131.39 (as of 07/26/2008)
Localisation Focus
A year's subscription to The Institute of Localisation Professionals (TILP) Magazine.
Amazon Price: $57.16 (as of 07/26/2008)
Translation Articles with Practical Advice
Translation Tips and Tricks (Free Information)
- Getting it Right
On this page you will find a short PDF file entitled "Getting it right", from the Institute of Translation and Interpreting. It is an excellent guide for translation buyers. It will teach you how to plan for a succesful translation, how to reduce costs on your side and how to avoid common pitfalls. It will also shed some light on pricing matters.- Language and Translation Guides
On this page you will find a number of guides relating to language, interpreting and translation for businesses. These are some of the most interesting focusing on translation:
1) International Communications
2) Foreign Languages for the Media
3) Adapting Materials for International Markets- Translation Insight and Best Practices
On this page you have a wealth of getting-started guides mostly intended for multilingual companies considering translation services. The latest ones include: Guide to Localization 2007, Guide to South America 2007, Guide to Internationalization 2007, Going to China 2007, Writing for Translation 2006, The Middle East 2006, Guide to Content Management 2006 and Guide to Europe 2006.
Freelance Translators by Language Combinations
Freelance Translators from English into other Languages
- English to Chinese Translation
- Bin Li is a Chinese freelance translator with a very strong educational background and experience. He translates both into English and into Chinese. This hyperlink takes you directly to his profile.
- English to Spanish Translation
- Jaime Bonet, Spanish translator and creator of this lens, considers that conveying ideas is the real point of translation. He provides meticulous translations that respect the distinct nature of the Spanish language, so that they read like original content rather than translations.
- English to French Translation
- Mike Bastin is an experienced and talented English into French translator that can assist you with translations in the IT, marketing and business fields, along with many others.
- English to European Portuguese Translation
- Joao Roque Dias is an expert technical translator working into European Portuguese. His website showcases his great professionalism and expertise.
- English to German Translation
- Werner Patels is a very competent and skilled German translator translating into German and also into English. He also runs a translation blog at http://germantranslator.blogs.com/
- English to Italian Translation
- Maurizio Valente translates from English into Italian. He's experienced and qualified, and his website is very direct and to the point.
- English to Dutch Translation
- Roel Haveman, a professional Dutch translator, will be able to assist you in your English to Dutch translation needs.
- English to Japanese Translation
- Don't hesitate to check out Naoko Hirose's solid profile as a native Japanese translator.
- English to Brazilian Portuguese Translation
- Carla Ball is a Brazilian native translator with solid qualifications.
- English to Russian Translation
- Andrei Gerasimov's impressive testimonials could reassure anybody as to the quality of his services!
- English to Greek Translation
- Spiros Doikas and his network of freelance translators will be able to help you with your English<->Greek translations (both directions)
- English to Arabic Translation
- Fuad M. Yahya will be able to assist you in translating your materials from English into Arabic.
- English to Swedish Translation
- Mattias Bergstrom will assist you in your Swedish translation needs.
Freelance Translators from other Languages into English
- Chinese to English Translation
- Bin Li is a Chinese freelance translator with a very strong educational background and experience. He translates both into English and into Chinese. This hyperlink takes you directly to his profile.
- Spanish to English Translation
- Jaime Bonet is a professional Spanish translator and the creator of this lens. With his network of professional translators, he will assist you in all your Spanish to English translation needs.
- French to English Translation
- Jeremy Smith is a very skilled Spanish and French into English translator. His main translation fields include IT, Music, Business, Legal, Marketing, Technical materials and Website localization.
- German to English Translation
- Werner Patels is a very competent and skilled German translator translating into German and also into English. He also runs a translation blog at http://germantranslator.blogs.com/
- Japanese to English Translation
- John F. Bukacek is a prominent Japanese into English translator and plays an active and significant role in the American Translators Association.
- Greek to English Translation
- Spiros Doikas and his network of freelance translators will be able to help you with your English<->Greek translations (both directions)
- Arabic to English Translation
- Aziz N. Ismail has a long and rich experience in translating and interpreting from Arabic into English.
Freelance Translations for the main European Languages
- Translation Services
- If you need to translate into several European languages at a time, you can also do it on a freelance basis. BeTranslated's solid network will provide you with quality services at affordable prices in all main European languages.
If you didn't find your translator on the previous lists...
Browse Directories of Translators from Professional Translation Associations
- Institute of Linguists members
- Find freelance translators who are members of The Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK). Their professional certification process has a good reputation.
- American Translators Association members
- Find freelance translators who are members of The American Translators Association (USA).
- Institute of Translation and Interpreting members
- Find freelance translators who are members of Institute of Translation and Interpreting (UK).
Find more Freelance Translators in these Forums
- The Leading Translation Forum
- An extensive directory of freelance translators offering lots of translation-related resources, especially for translators.
- Translation Marketplace
- A similar resource to the previous one.
- Translation Directory
- With this one, we have the three most important ones.
Translation Tools
- Babylon Translation Software
When Translation Goes Wrong...
...then select the wanted bomb, out to the spy... we aligned the notes and await...
I was reading the February issue of Edge Magazine and they had this article abou...
this book was in my old room in my parents' house. Nasreddin Hodja is a Turkish...
Translation History, Insights, and Opinion
The Scandals of Translation
Price: $42.95
Provocative and controversial, The Scandals of Translation explores the anxious relationships between translation and the institutions that at once ne... more »
Performing Without a Stage
Price: $21.95
Performing Without a Stage is a lively and comprehensive introduction to the art of literary translation for readers of foreign fiction and poetry who... more »
The Translator`s Invisibility
Price: $33.95
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Translation Products on eBay
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A couple other important professional magazines about translation
- The Linguist Magazine
- Get a subscription for this reputed translation association's magazine.
- Multilingual Computing and Technology
- An interesting magazine about translation and technology.
Blog Posts on Translation from Google
A hilarious note to finish
Catherine Tate - Translator
- Well, I can do that!
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Classic
That was an interesting read! I left 5 stars behind! My Dad spoke 11 languages, about 8 of these fluently. I only made it to 4...If you have time, please visit my lense(s). Thanks! Posted February 12, 2008 |
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LaraineRose
Hi Jaime, Thank you for stopping by at my lens. Very interesting lens - this one. I am presently learning ASL from a very talented translator. In turn, I am passing this learning on to a small class of my own. It is a lot of work but also a lot of fun. The deaf are beautiful people and, after all, some day we could be deaf too. (Especially if one listens, with a headphone/or... to loud music. This happens all too often these days.) 5* and favorite to your lens. Posted February 05, 2008 |
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krisManuel
I'm liking this lens :) 5-stars! thanks for sharing. Posted November 20, 2007 |
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JaimeBonet
Thank you all for your kind feedback! Posted October 18, 2007 |
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apalm
Nice lens! You always have great information, WELL DONE! Posted October 17, 2007 |
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Isabelle-F
Just a few words to congratulate you on your excellent lenses. Posted May 28, 2007 |
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Isabelle-F
Posted May 28, 2007 |
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allysa
Hi Jaime, I like your lens! I know how to speak Spanish but just a 'lil bit. :) You have a valuable resources here, thanks for sharing.. - on Web development services Posted April 18, 2007 |
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financegirls
hi Jaime, I just wanna say you have a very well-presented lens, the resource links are well-researched!Great job! Posted April 17, 2007 |
