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Simple translation in São Paulo for unofficial purposes.

What is it

Free translation, also called simple translation, is the mode of translation made for unofficial purposes. The professional translator is more concerned with the context of the translation than with the originality of the words.

Why do I need it?

You need the free translation to translate documents that have no official value.
Free translation, contrary to the sworn translation, dispenses some formalities, such as the need to have notarized signature, for example.
You need the free translation for several purposes, such as: translation of books, technical manuals, captions, news, etc.

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The importance of Simple translation

Free translation is the entire transcription of documents, articles, publications, etc., from the original language, to Portuguese or vice versa.
It is not necessary, in the simple translation, the legal value for the document.
If you need a translation, for unofficial purposes, free translation is ideal for you!

Main differences between free translation (simple translation) and sworn translation

Main differences between free translation (simple translation) and sworn translation
  • The sworn translation can only be made by a sworn translator, licensed and certified, while the simple translation can be carried out by any professional in the area and in the language.
  • The sworn translation must be printed on the translator’s letterhead, with his signature. The free translation is not printed on letterhead and also does not require signature.
  • The same documents may be sworn translation or simple translation, such as school records and certificates. The difference is that in the simple translation, they have no official value.
  • The values of the sworn translation follow the rules of the commercial board of each state, while in the free translation, the budgets are made based on the number of words of the documents to be translated.

Types of documents common in Free translation

Types of documents common in Free translation
  • Translation of technical manuals;
  • Translation of contracts;
  • Translation of proceedings;
  • Translation of certificates;
  • Translation of scientific papers;
  • Translation of books;
  • Translation of articles;
  • Translation of scripts
  • Patent translation
  • Translation of sites, apps and software
  • Translation of educational content
  • Subtitles translation.
  • Translation of a certificate (birth, marriage, death);
  • Translation of Diploma;
  • Translation of medical records;
  • Translation of school records;

Free translation, through the Document translation, operates in several areas:

Free translation, through the Document translation, operates in several areas:
  • Software and Technology
  • Financial services and Banking
  • Automotive industry
  • Legal
  • Industry and manufacturing
  • Travel and Tourism
  • Engineering
  • Sciences and academic texts
  • Websites and E-commerce
  • Advertising and Marketing
  • Energy and mining
  • Telecommunications and entertainment
  • Institutional and governmental texts
  • Hospital and pharmaceutical sector
  • Literature, Blogs and publications

Perguntas e Respostas

Can any professional do Free Translation?

Yes, any professional with knowledge and domain of a foreign language can work with simple translation (free translation).

Does the professional translator care more about the context than with the literal translation itself?

Yes. In the free translation, there is a concern about the context, itself. A good example of this is the movies. Not always the titles are translated in the literal sense, many professional translators take into account the context and adapt a better title according to the language/country/culture of destination. This happens very often in movies with translation from English to Portuguese. Often the titles in Portuguese are very different from the original title in English.

What is the delivery time of a Free translation?

The delivery time, in the simple translation, varies according to the volume of the material to be translated, the need/urgency of the client, and the availability of the translator.
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President of the Smart City Business America Institute.

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Dr. Hélio Luiz Vitorino Barcelos | Managing Partner at Barcelos e Associados Law Firm

Dr. Hélio Luiz Vitorino Barcelos

Managing Partner at Barcelos e Associados Law Firm

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Elizabeth Salguero | Coordinator of programs and projects of UN Women Bolivia

Elizabeth Salguero

Coordinator of programs and projects of UN Women Bolivia