Pre-Translation Editing

As globalization of the world’s economies and business environment has picked up, our business has grown along with it. Every week, inlingua Language Services receives thousands of documents from clients who desire an accurate translation into one or more foreign languages. But this is where it’s important to remember that a translated document can only be as good, clear and coherent as its original source was. We have recognized a need for this kind of clarity, and are happy to offer a new service: "Pre-translation of Global Documents"

Why is there a need for this service?

It’s important to remember that the English language itself is full of inconsistencies and contradictory rules of spelling, syntax and grammar. Native English speakers are accustomed to these inconsistencies and tend to take it for granted that other people are too, but a speaker of another language may not be familiar with them at all. Thus, the original message of the document may not come across to the target audience in its full meaning and context.

This service involves going through the English text and straightening out any errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, or usage which may appear in the document. We also correct sentence fragments, dangling participles, and any other linguistic constructions which do not conform to the standards established for Standard English. The finished product will be a concise, grammatically correct, and highly readable document written in Standard English, while retaining all the nuance and shades of meaning that you originally intended. We will submit the edited version of the document for your approval, then we can begin the actual process of translation.

What are the benefits of this service for you?

There are several:

• In exchange for the relatively small cost of this service, you will receive a document written in Standard English, which can much more easily be translated into the language of your choice.
• Since all inconsistencies and ambiguities have been removed from the English text, your intended audience will find the document much more readable and understandable.
• This service will reduce the amount of time that our translators need to provide you with a completed translation.
• You will save money because much less time will be spent on revisions.
• You will have less anxiety concerning potential litigation due to translation errors.
• You will receive your translation on time, which will enable you to meet your business, contractual or legal obligations.
• You will be more able to meet production or publication deadlines.

Benjamin Franklin coined the phrase, "penny wise, pound foolish." This expression is especially true in the world of translation services. Please allow us to help you to be "pound wise" and to save you money in the long term by providing you with this valuable service. "Pre-translating" your global documents will save you money, simplify and speed up the translation process, and provide you with happier customers, business partners, and colleagues.

Please call us at (512) 794-8789 so that we may discuss your individual globalization needs.