Anna and Piri walk through some of the things that can go wrong with translation and then share some top tips!

Errors

For the speaker:

  • Using long lists
  • Speaking fast with no pauses
  • Not explaining
    • Idioms
    • Slang
    • Jokes

For the translator:

  • Not translating everything
  • Speaking without expression

Tips

  • Break up lists
  • Pause frequently
  • Explain yourself
  • Give expression
Language
English