Fast translations
Q.
How fast can we translate?
A.
Normal text:
can be translated by a single translator at a rate of 2-3,000 words a day. More complicated jobs — handwritten or highly technical text, or translations for publication — will be slower.
Fast translations:
We organise a team of translators working round the clock. A proof-reader can then bring together the different parts, harmonising inconsistencies of terminology or style.
We would like to be able to say that that there is practically no limit to our translating speed under these conditions. But realistically, because we don't like to compromise on quality, about 20,000 words a day is as fast as we can translate — though this does depend on the nature of your document. We think few translation agencies can do better.
Interim measures:
Because we understand that you may not be able to wait while a translation is being completed, we can return draft sections of a translation to you in the meantime.