Simultaneous interpreting is the most rigorous of interpreting modes. Only a small percentage of professionals can truly work simultaneously (listen to speaker in source language, render it into the target language, while listening to the next segment in the source language). It is also a misnomer, because there has to be décalage in order to […]
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Some event and meeting planners have experience working with conference interpreters. Others have none. Nevertheless, there is always a first time. Although securing an interpreting team in the correct language pair is important, it is equally vital that the team be familiar with the subject material. Why does that matter? First, how many words are
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A great conference interpreter knows how to attentively listen and speak. That seems like a very simple sentence, but it is much harder to achieve then you might think. Put someone from New Jersey, the Midwest, Compton, California, and Alpharetta, Georgia in the same room and watch them talk to each other. A few minutes
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It might seem overly simple, but professional interpreters must be able to hear and understand what is being said to do their job. I say this because interpreting at a conference or company meeting often comes with challenges and hearing is often one of the biggest. Here are some things to keep in mind. Enunciate:
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Recently, we posted a blog outlining the necessity of preparation as a key to an accomplished multilingual event. There are many moving parts to a conference; the possibility of an item slipping through the cracks is real. Just imagine if the speaker spoke before 2,000 delegates without a microphone. What a waste of time for
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Whether you have an international conference or a company training, the presenters are experts in their field. They likely use complicated terminology specific to their subject. The listeners will benefit from years of study and experience in the subject matter being considered. Now consider that a simultaneous interpreting team is required for the presentation. The
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Multilingual conferences require an extra level of planning to incorporate interpreting teams; they also have the potential for snafus. The purpose for the following tips are to assist the interpreting team(s) in performing a fantastic rendition of the speakers. It not only makes for a smooth event, but also elevates the meeting planner to a
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Archway also bridges the gap in communication by offering a wide variety of interpreting and translation services.
Archway also bridges the gap in communication by offering a wide variety of interpreting and translation services.
