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Interpretation

Both, translating and interpreting have the goal of communicating one language into another. Translation deals with the written word, while interpreting with the spoken word.

At Smart Translations and Interpreters we provide Consecutive and Simultaneous Interpretation Services as well as HIPAA compliant TELEHEALTH PHONE and VIDEO calls.

The difference between consecutive and simultaneous interpreting is that in the Consecutive intepreting the interpreter listens while a person speaks; the speaker pauses and then the interpreter renders what has just been said in another language. No special equipment is needed.

In simultaneous interpreting the interpreter listens to a person speaking in one language, while at the same time restates what the speaker is saying into another language. The conversation takes place almost instantaneously, so the interpreter cannot stop the speech to catch up or to ask questions. Simultaneous interpreting should be done in teams of two interpreters who take turns every 20-30 minutes, and it requires special radio or IF equipment.

Please call us if you need someone to interpret for you during:

  • Parent-Teacher Conferences
  • Church Conferences
  • Business Meetings
  • Medical Visits
  • At-Home-Therapies
  • Appointments at Immigration

RATES

Rates vary depending the language, and are charged by the hour. We have very affordable rates compared to other interpretation companies, so give us a call and we will work with you providing you with not only the BEST SERVICE but also the BEST RATE for your appointment or event!

We also provide INTERPRETATION OVER VIDEO or PHONE. Call or text us to give you a quote. 

Interpretation is a specialized skill requiring intense concentration, mental flexibility and a professional sense of responsibility, combined with a vast vocabulary and fluency in at least two languages. Not everyone that speaks two languages can be an interpreter, as interpreting is much more than just talking. As an interpreter, you are expected to be able to understand what people are talking about, including slangs, and restate it in another language making sure that it makes sense to the receivers.

With how much time in advance do we need to ask for an interpreter?

As it is always better to know at least a day in advance about your interpreting needs, we are a team of more than 70 interpreters, so we are great at covering short-notice, last minute assignments at no extra cost. Just give us a call!

When you hire an interpreter from

Smart Translations and Interpreters, Inc. 

you are getting a skilled

professional that will facilitate your communication with people of different cultural backgrounds.

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Smart Translations and Interpreters, Inc.

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