A Conference Interpreter is a person. The interpreter converts a thought or expression in a source language into an expression with a comparable meaning in a target language either simultaneously or consecutively.
The conference interpreter conveys every semantic element and every intention and feeling of the message that the source-language speaker is directing to target-language recipients.
What is Conference Interpretation? Conference interpretation is the translation of a spoken message. From one language to another. Read more here.
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Simultaneous interpreting with text
Very often conference interpreters will be presented with the text of, or a version of, the speech that is to be interpreted. The speaker may read the text verbatim, use it only as memory aid… go to full article
Jean Crépu: VINGT-QUATRE LANGUES, UNE EUROPE
Parmi tous les défis permanents que doit résoudre l’Union européenne (UE), celui de la langue est l’un des plus cruciaux. Avec vingt-quatre langues officielles, comment parler d’une même voix ? Au sein des institutions, chacun… go to full article
DGACM’s Speech Bank for Interpretation Training
The Department for General Assembly and Conference Management (DGACM) has launched a Speech Bank for Interpretation Training. The Speech Bank is now available to you! https://youtu.be/sx1OWBEK-lw Contributing to our Department’s succession planning endeavours, this initiative… go to full article