How is a translation project priced?
A few key factors go into putting together a quote:
- Word count – How long is the text?
👉 Tip: the number of pages alone isn’t very helpful unless you also send a couple of sample pages. That way, I can get a feel for the word count, terminology and any layout features that need to be reproduced.
- Terminology – Does the document use any specialised or sector-specific language?
- Layout – Are there particular design or formatting elements (tables, columns, bullet points, etc.) that need to be replicated in the translation?
- Format – What format does the translation need to be in? This usually depends on where the document is going and who’s receiving it (e.g. an official body in a specific country).
For a quick overview, take a look at the visual below (click on the image to expand it and zoom in)
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