30 Japanese Translators Working on One Document - What Could Go Wrong?
- saeculii
- May 1, 2023
- 2 min read
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Monkeys 'n Peanuts
It can be tempting to try and find a way to get the work done for free, but as the saying goes,
"You get what you pay for."
Why Translation Quality Matters
One prospective client thought they had a great idea by asking 30 different Japanese translators to each do a free trial translation of a different section of their legal document, a contract. Sounds like a boss idea, right?
Well, not so much.
The end result was it created a patchwork of translations that lacked coherence and consistency. Terminology was not used consistently, and this made the final product confusing and difficult to understand. This approach to free translation simply does not work –
It’s quality busting!
Not only are the quality issues with this approach significant, but they can also be exacerbated by the type of document being translated. Legal documents, for example, will be affected more than general content documents due to the precise requirement of legal terminology.
The False Promise of Free Translation Services
If you need professional Japanese translation services, it's essential to work with a reputable provider that can deliver high-quality, accurate translations. Taking shortcuts may save you money in the short term, but it can ultimately cost you more in the long run if you end up with a poorly translated document.
If you're interested in learning more about this failed approach to free translation, check out the full translation article SAECULII TRANSLATION JAPAN. It's a good read!
(Copy & paste the link below in your browser if the link above does not work: https://saeculii.blog/2023/11/10/hustle-for-free-professional-translation/ )
Need Professional Translation? Lean into Due Diligence!
In conclusion, if you're in need professional Japanese-to-English translation, do your due diligence and work with a reputable provider. Don't fall for the trap of trying to get something for free, as it ultimately will end up costing you more -- Make that way more!
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