What you should know about translation
Translation is an art
Word-for-word translation from one language to another is rarely possible, since languages differ in grammar, style etc. Moreover, some expressions may be vague or inapplicable in a given context. The rendering of specialist terminology, atmosphere, texture or 'flow' of in a text is a constant challenge.
Translators think differently
For example, a native Polish translator will not be able to translate a document into English as well as a native English speaker who knows Polish would be able.
Well-established companies order translations from linguists whose mother tongue is the target language of the translation.
Additionally, an important factor in the process is the translator's education and qualifications, verified or confirmed by professional institutions such as ITI, IoL or TEPIS.
Qualifications aren't everything
Statistics show that, on a daily basis, an ordinary person will use a vocabulary not exceeding 3,000 words. No wonder then that this person might not know many technical expressions related to different areas in his own language, not to mention a foreign one.
Consequently, translations involving technical/specialist vocabulary should be carried out only by translators specialising in the appropriate field.
Quality assurance
Whilst you are free to use cheap, first-draft translations for your private or unofficial purposes, we highly recommend the the use of with proof-reading and/or text edition with important official or business documents.
Price
Professional services are costly. However, from from time to time, we all see a temptingly cheap offer. Even so, if an agency or translator is offering their services at such a low price, do think twice before deciding to use them. Low prices might well indicate that the translator's qualifications are below par, that no proofreading has been carried out and the final quality of the work might be unsatisfactory.
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