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TRANSLATION LA TRADUCTION LA TRADUCCI Ó N and INTERPRETING L’INTERPR ÉTARIAT LA INTERPRETACIÓN

The Power of Translation and Interpreting** Explore the differences between translation and interpreting, their missions, job profiles, and the importance of skilled translators and interpreters. The text emphasizes the crucial role of effective communication in various settings and showcases fun examples of translation mishaps to highlight the significance of accuracy in language services. Discover the traits required to excel as a translator or interpreter, the suitable education path, and the diverse fields where their expertise is essential. Learn the impact of translators and interpreters in global contexts, from the United Nations to international business, and how they can prevent miscommunications and foster understanding across languages. Embrace the art of translation and interpreting and the enriching career opportunities they offer.

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TRANSLATION LA TRADUCTION LA TRADUCCI Ó N and INTERPRETING L’INTERPR ÉTARIAT LA INTERPRETACIÓN

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  1. TRANSLATIONLA TRADUCTIONLA TRADUCCIÓNand INTERPRETINGL’INTERPRÉTARIATLA INTERPRETACIÓN

  2. DIFFERENCES BETWEEN TRANSLATION & INTERPRETING • Translation – written • Interpreting – oral

  3. WHAT’S THE MISSION? • Communication

  4. PREVENTING INEFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION Sign in a ski resort in Austria: “Not to perambulate the corridors in the hours of repose in the boots of ascension.” What is the message? Can you “translate” it?

  5. LOOK OUT! Sign in a tailor shop in Greece: Order your summer suit. Because is big rush, we will execute customers in strict rotation.

  6. WHAT IS THE JOB LIKE?& WHERE DO TRANSLATORS WORK? • Translation • Small team: translator, editor, proofreader • Detail and project oriented • Research • Tools • Literary, corporate, government, legal, medical settings

  7. WHAT IS THE JOB LIKE & WHERE DO INTERPRETERS WORK? • Interpretation • Interpreters often work in teams • Work before large & small audiences • Expert proficiency and speed in spoken language • On the spot knowledge of terms • Interpreting in business vs. tourism

  8. A GOOD TRANSLATOR IS… • Curious • Independent, creative • A good researcher • Self-motivated • A strong writer

  9. A GOOD INTERPRETER IS… • Proficient at speaking two languages • Able to speak before groups large & small • Willing and able to travel • Knowledgeable in various fields • Flexible

  10. BECOMING AN INTERPRETER/TRANSLATOR • Languages and other courses in high school • Colleges w/ strong and relevant programs • Degrees in translation • Living abroad • Volunteer work • Clubs and associations

  11. IMPORTANCE OF TRANSLATORS & INTERPRETERS • United Nations • Works of literature • Post 9/11 world • International Business

  12. HELP SAVE THE U.S. FROM BAD TRANSLATIONS • Kentucky Fried Chicken Finger Lickin’ Good in Chinese = Eat Your Fingers Off • Pepsi Come Alive with the Pepsi Generation in Chinese = Pepsi Will Bring your Ancestors Back from the Dead

  13. LOVE YOUR JOB!!

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