Working method

A good translation agency can translate into all the most widely spoken languages, and often also into a large number of languages that are spoken less frequently. The larger the translation agency, the larger the network of translators in different languages. Most of the requests we receive are for translations into English, translations into German, translations into French and translations into Spanish.

Translation Office works with a large international network of native translators. They mainly work from their home countries. Thanks to our large network, we can always deploy the right translator for your translation, depending on the required language skills or professional knowledge.

A translation memory is a software system that a translation agency uses to quickly translate texts. A translation memory is also called a TM System (Translation Memory System). It snips out pieces of text in the main file that have already been translated. When these pieces are repeated in the main file, the translation is copied, and the translator does not have to look at them again.

Because the translator does not have to retranslate texts that have already been translated, a TM system can help to control the costs of a translation. Think, for example, about translating a thick catalogue. The TM system indicates which texts have already been translated earlier in the document. This reduces translation costs and ensures consistency in the document.

Do we translate texts for you more often? Then we can store the translation memory and also apply it to future documents. Does a text match another document that has already been translated? Then we use the translation from that document. We can also draw up a terminology list for your company. This is a ‘dictionary’ with translations of certain words. Our translators then always use the words that appear in the terminology list.

When a translation is automatically translated via a computer, without the involvement of a person, this is called a machine translation. Translations done with Google Translate are an example of this.

A good translation agency does not use machine translations. They work with native translators who read, translate and reread every text. This is more labour-intensive than using a machine translation but improves the quality of the translation because a computer cannot properly assess the content or legibility of a text.

We treat every translation project as strictly confidential. If desired, we can sign a non-disclosure agreement.

Our translators always ensure that the writing style from the source language is maintained in the translation. Therefore, we always work with native translators who have knowledge of the subject matter of your text.

You can confirm the quote via email. Upon receiving your approval, we will send you a confirmation via email and proceed with the translation task.

You can submit files digitally through our website or via email to info@translationoffice.nl. This allows us to provide an accurate quote based on the entire document, not just the specified word count. We prefer the following file formats:.

- Microsoft Word, Excel of Powerpoint;
- PDF;
- XML files;
- Plain text documents(CSV);
- JSON (.json) files;
- Gettext (.po, .pot) files.

Is your document available in a different file format? Please contact us to discuss the possibilities.

Yes, it is possible to include a terminology list with your request. When we receive a terminology list, we can ensure that your translation aligns with any existing translations for your company.

A sworn translation is certified and signed by the sworn translator, confirming that the document has been translated as literally as possible. Since the translated document is an official record, these translations are always sent by post.