Frequently Asked Questions
About Our Services
1. Q: What languages do you offer interpretation and translation services in?
A: We interpret and translate in over 140 languages and dialects, including the ten most widely spoken languages in the U.S. after English: Spanish, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Korean, Russian, Cantonese, Arabic, Polish, Portuguese, and French. We also offer American Sign Language (ASL), Tactile, International Sign, and Braille.
2. Q: What types of interpretation services do you offer?
A: We offer various formats to accommodate your needs, including on-site interpreting, telephone interpreting, video remote interpreting, and online interpreting. Our interpreters interpret in multiple environments, including legal settings, medical settings, schools, business meetings, and personal appointments.
3. Q: Is your staff of translators and interpreters certified?
A: Yes, our team consists of certified, qualified, accredited, and professionally trained interpreters and translators. We rigorously comply with the professional norms of the leading industry associations, including the American Translators Association, the National Association of Judiciary Interpreters and Translators, and the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf.
4. Q: How rapidly can you provide translation services?
A: Turnaround time varies with document length, complexity level, and language pair. Rush work options are available, and we can send them electronically, by courier, or by pickup. We can give you an estimate based on a tailored timeline for your project. Call us.
5. Q: Do you have court-approved interpreters?
A: Absolutely. We provide certified and court-approved interpreters to the Federal and State courts, law firms, immigration services, and government agencies.
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About Language and Communication
1. Q: Why is professional translation and interpretation so important?
A: Language can never be a barrier to reaching essential services, legal proceedings, medical treatment, or education. With a fresh immigrant arriving in the U.S. every 23 seconds, professional language services ensure faultless and dedicated communication, which can be the difference between life and death in legal, medical, and governmental situations.
2. Q: What is the distinction between interpretation and translation?
A: Translation is accomplished by converting written materials from one language to another, whereas interpretation is converting oral words in real-time. Both require technical expertise and awareness of the cultures to allow the transfer of meaning correctly.
3. Q: Are you able to carry out specialized or technical translations?
A: Yes, our expert teams deal with various fields, including legal papers, medical records, technical handbooks, patents, university transcripts, and business correspondence. Linguistic accuracy and industry jargon are assured.
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About Our English and Citizenship Classes
1. Q: Who can avail yourself of your English classes?
A: Our English courses cover all levels of students, from beginners to advanced speakers wishing to refine their abilities. Do you need conversational English, business communications knowledge, or an academic curriculum? We have courses to meet your needs. Contact us so we can pair you with your language pair to help you learn the English language.
2. Q: What does your test preparation for citizenship involve?
A: Our complete citizenship courses cover civics test preparation (all 100 questions for U.S. history and government), English language requirements for the naturalization test, teaching of the N-400 application, mock interviews, and recent study materials.
3. Q: Are flexible scheduling options available for classes?
A: Yes, we understand students can have variable schedules. We offer group courses, private classes, online courses, and weekend intensive courses at our branches in Treasure Coast, Orlando, and Puerto Rico.
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General Information
1. Q: Are you available for emergency or after-hours services?
A: Yes, we have 24/7 language services because communication needs don't have office hours. Call us anytime for emergency interpretation or translation.
2. Q: How do you ensure confidentiality?
A: All of our services adhere to the highest professional standards of confidentiality of international and national language service organizations. We appreciate the sensitive nature of many of the documents and discussions that we handle.
3. Q: Where do you work?
A: Although based in Florida with offices on the Treasure Coast, in Orlando, and in Puerto Rico, we serve clients throughout the state and can provide services nationally through our extensive network of professional translators.
4. Q: How do I get started with your services?
A: Contact us to discuss your specific needs. We'll help determine the best service option for your situation, provide a quote, and arrange scheduling that works for you.
Remember: we're available anytime, anywhere, in any language.
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Did You Know?
Language Preservation Matters
There are 6,900 known world-spoken languages today, but 473 languages are now endangered, with only a handful of veteran speakers remaining. At Translations, USA, we are committed to bridging communication gaps and promoting linguistic diversity while it is still present.
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Africa: 46 endangered languages
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The Americas: 182 endangered languages
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Asia: 84 endangered languages
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Europe: 9 endangered languages
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The Pacific: 152 endangered languages
Every language is a unique way of seeing the world. Let us help you communicate across these beautiful language barriers.