Metaphors and Argumentation in Conference Interpreting
Words can be combined in ways that convey a different meaning from the literal one of the single words forming them.
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Best Practices and Exercises for Interpreters
Interpreters are in some ways like musicians, because they need long hours of practice before they can perform. While practicing, a good method for improving is recording oneself.
Translator, Traitor? And what about the Interpreter?
There are interpreters who believe that moderating the tones is the best strategy, because politicians may have a tendency to blame the interpreter when a message they stated sounded too strong.
Is ‘Exact’ Translation a Lie?
Any translation is always approximate in nature, because the translated text or speech can never say exactly the same as the original message.
Speaking Techniques for Interpreters by J. Nolan
Chapter One of the Interpretation Techniques and Exercises book, “Speaking”, explains the public speaking competence requirements for a professional interpreter.
The First Steps in an Interpreter’s Career
An interpreter must be able to keep concentrated during long sessions of work. Moreover, humbleness is important for an interpreter, as well as curiosity.
An Outsider’s Look at the Interpreting Profession
Once in a while, an Open Day on the Interpreting profession has taken place at the European Commission premises. One of the meeting rooms of the European Commission was open to the public.
The Interpreter’s Memory and Notes
Memory is a skill that can be trained and developed, and it is essential for the work of a professional interpreter.
Books for interpreters – Tips for simultaneous interpreters by James Nolan
The interpreter’s job gets harder when speakers speak very quickly and with long and complex sentences. Too much lag can lead to omissions that can hinder comprehension. But there are some strategies to prevent these issues.
How to deal with Humor, Formal Speech, and Latinisms in Conference Interpreting
The interpreter’s task gets really challenging when a speaker uses humor and jokes, which are usually very difficult to interpret in a way that gets the audience to laugh.
