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Turnaround Times
An experienced translator will translate an average of approximately
200 – 250 words per hour depending on the nature of the
text. Perhaps 300 words per hour in exceptional cases. Then
allow checking and reviewing time (translators are trained to
put their final translation aside for at least a couple of hours
after completion and then come back and re-read it afresh, checking
simply for quality of expression).
Under normal circumstances, allow 2 days for short jobs of up to
1000 words in most languages, up to 5 working days for documents
of up to 3,000 to 5,000 words, and progressively longer for
larger jobs. Technically difficult jobs will take longer, and
so too will multi-language jobs where we need to co-ordinate
terminology, translation decisions and presentation across various
languages.
Typesetting adds another process to any translation job and additional
time needs to be allowed. Typesetting requirements can vary
enormously, so we need to see the layout that’s required
to be able to assess the time involved.
Remember, our quotes will always state our anticipated turnaround times.
If you have a job that is urgent, talk to us about it. If the time frame is realistic (i.e. possible!) we will generally fit these jobs in.
