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Difference Between an Interpreter and a Translator

The Difference Between an Interpreter and a Translator

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There is one quite distinct difference between the translator and interpreter. A translator is responsible for translating text, while an interpreter’s role is to translate the spoken word in a live context. There is one quite distinct difference between the translator and interpreter. A translator is responsible for translating text, while an interpreter’s role is to translate the spoken word in a live context. Read More

Key Competencies of a Qualified Medical Translator

Key Competencies of a Qualified Medical Translator

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Medical translations need to be accurate, so that means online tools like Google Translate aren’t typically good enough for this type of translation. Also, a medical translator with basic translation skills might not be good enough to do a translation that needs to be clearly understood. Without a qualified medical translator, health care would not be so effective and could possibly be dangerous. Read More