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INTERPRETING SERVICES

We differentiate between two basic types of interpreting: consecutive and simultaneous. Other types include whispered (chuchotage) and sworn interpreting services.
We'd be happy to provide you with interpreting equipment as well.

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INTERPRETATION (standard)

Consecutive interpreting

This is normally used during business meetings. The interpreter is present all the time, takes notes of what the speakers say, and after several sentences provides spoken interpretation in the target language.

Personal interpreter

A guide for foreign guests, e.g. during a city tour, business lunch or an assistant during a hotel check-in, etc. Interpretation can be consecutive or simultaneous (chuchotage).

Chuchotage (Whispered interpretation)

Chuchotage is a type of simultaneous interpretation, when the speech is interpreted in whisper into the ear of the listener. It does not hinder the meeting, and does not require interpretation equipment, but is very demanding for the interpreter. Chuchotage is mostly used during meetings of two parties or in groups with a small number of participants who do not speak the same language.

Simultaneous interpreting

Used during events with a larger audience, e.g. conferences. This type of interpretation requires the use of interpretation equipment (soundproof booths, microphones, headphones,etc.). The speaker speaks into the microphone while the interpreter provides their interpretation at the same time. Simultaneous interpretation is highly skilled work; therefore it is always necessary to hire two interpreters who regularly relieve each other.

CERTIFIED (SWORN) INTERPRETATION

Sworn interpreting

Its purpose is to ensure that people who do not speak Slovak have access to fair contact with public institutions. Sworn interpretation is provided by a certified interpreter, and is used during wedding ceremonies, court hearings, or other official events.
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How to order interpreting

When ordering interpreting services, it is of particular importance that you provide us with additional information to provide you with the best possible interpreter. Please contact us over the phone or provide clear specifications of all known details of the work in an email when ordering interpreting services. The more exact this information, the more precise the quotation we can prepare for you. After all, it is in your interest, as you then gain the certainty that the rate per hour of interpreting services will be fixed. Simply confirm the order via email.

We will need the following information:

 1. What mode of interpretation do you need?

 2. Which languages will be interpreted? Do you need a one-way (from language A to language B) or two-way (also from language B to language A) interpreting?

 3. What type of interpretation is needed? Is it a conference, a business meeting or a training in a technical field.

Other important information:

  • Date and time
  • The expected duration
  • Place
  • The formality of the event
  • The number of participants
  • If you will need any additional equipment (interpretation, audio...)
  • The possibility of accommodation and catering of the interpreter

To a large extent, the quality of interpretation depends on the interpreter’s preparation. Therefore, it is very useful to have relevant documents in advance. Please, send us any leaflets, written speeches and lectures, the list of speakers and participants in the meetings, PowerPoint presentations, and so on.

FAQ - INTERPRETING

What kind of interpreting do you provide?
You can find the different types of interpreting provided above.
If you have any further questions, please contact us and we will be happy to help you.
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TOP PREKLADY, s.r.o.
Pražská 35
811 04 Bratislava

ID: 35972351
TAX ID: 2022116459
VAT ID: SK2022116459
OR OS Bratislava I,
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