Translation Turnaround Time

Translation projects are all very different from each other so to provide a generic time frame for translation is a bit difficult but we can give you a general idea.

Most translators can translate about 1,500-3,000 words a day, depending on the technical difficulty of the materials.  These types of projects may require more time to ensure proper translations. 

If you have any artwork that needs to be translated and recreated this can take a bit longer because the piece will need to be translated and then also sent to a foreign language graphic designer. 

To make the project look exactly like the original a foreign language desktop publisher will need to set margins, fonts, and rearrange text with the images.  With different programs and foreign language text expansion during translation this can be a bit tricky.  Pagination often times will be changed as this takes time and a good eye for detail. 

Typically a translation project will be translated, proofread, desktop published/designed and then sent for a final edit to ensure accuracy. 

Hopefully this has given you a better sense of what needs to happen to make your translation projects come to fruition.