Sight Translation
The ABC Language Services interpreters are skilled in sight translation, which is the reading of a source text and verbally translating it to an individual or group in another language. This is useful for doctors’ appointments, educational assessments, and meetings.
Consecutive Translation
Commonly used in small group settings or one-on-one, consecutive interpretation is ideal for question-and-answer formats (the interpreter listens and relays the message). This requires high standards of interpersonal and linguistic skills in two or more languages.
Simultaneous Translation
A more complex process involves the interpreter listening to a speaker and simultaneously translating what is being said, usually via headset or transmitter, to individuals in a group. This is the standard mode of interpretation used in court proceedings and hearings, and is often used for classrooms, group therapy sessions, and large conferences or environments that require two or more languages.
