What are the types of interpretation?

Abstract: Interpretation is a form of oral expression that accurately and quickly converts the information heard or read from one language into another language. There are many types of interpretation. According to the time working method, it is divided into consecutive interpretation and simultaneous interpretation. According to the space working method, it is divided into on-site interpretation and remote interpretation. According to the event occasion and theme, it is divided into conference interpretation, accompanying interpretation, diplomatic interpretation, business interpretation, etc. . The two most basic types of interpretation are consecutive interpretation and simultaneous interpretation. Let’s learn about the types of interpretation and the difference between simultaneous interpretation and consecutive interpretation. What are the types of interpretation?

What are the types of interpretation? There are many types of interpretation, which can be classified according to time working mode, space working mode, event occasion and theme, etc., but the two most basic types are consecutive interpretation and simultaneous interpretation.

1. Working mode based on time

1. Consecutive interpreting

Also known as continuous interpretation/interpretation, impromptu interpretation/interpretation, step-by-step interpretation (Taiwanese term) . Abbreviated as "consecutive interpretation" or "continuous interpretation"; the English abbreviation is CI.

The speaker speaks a paragraph, the translator translates a paragraph, and then the cycle goes back and forth alternately. Consecutive interpretation is often used in press conferences, foreign affairs meetings, business negotiations, outdoor activities, etc. A transmission lasting more than 3 minutes can be called a long consecutive transmission.

2. Simultaneous interpretation

Also known as simultaneous interpretation, instant interpretation (terminology in Hong Kong and Taiwan), referred to as "simultaneous interpretation"; the English abbreviation is SI. The speaker's "speaking" and the interpreter's "translation" occur almost simultaneously. Simultaneous interpretation can be divided into two types: regular conference simultaneous interpretation and whisper simultaneous interpretation:

Regular conference simultaneous interpretation regularconferenceSI: a group of 2-3 people, using simultaneous interpretation in the simultaneous interpretation room/booth transmission device. General interpreters rotate every 20 minutes. It includes two forms: simultaneous interpretation with scripts and simultaneous interpretation without scripts.

Whisperedinterpretingorchuchotage: Only 1-3 people need interpretation services, no simultaneous interpretation equipment is required.

2. Based on the space working mode

1. Live interpretation: both parties and the interpreter are present at the same time.

2. Remote interpretation: The parties and the interpreter are not in the same place: telephone interpretation, remote video interpretation, etc.

3. According to the event occasion and theme

1. Conference interpretation

2. Escort interpretation

3. Diplomatic interpretation

4. Business interpretation business interpretation

5. Media interpretation

6. Community interpretation

7. Guide interpretation

8. Medical interpreting (certified abroad)

9. Court/legal/judicial interpreting (qualified abroad)

10. Court Interpreters are called sworn interpreters, etc.

4. According to the nature and formality of the event

1. Conference interpreting

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5. According to the flow of the target language

1. One-way interpreting: the translator only translates language A into language B.

2. Two-way interpreting: The translator must alternately translate between language A and language B.

6. Based on the degree of directness from the source language to the target language

1. Direct interpreting: directly translating one language into another language.

2. Relay interpretation: also called relay interpretation, referred to as "relay interpretation". Interpreter A translates the speaker's language A into language B, and then interpreter B translates language B into language C for the listener.

7. Other forms of interpretation

1. Sight interpretation

2. Sign language interpretation alternates or simultaneously translates between sign language and spoken language, mainly for the deaf and mute People serve.

The difference between simultaneous interpretation and consecutive interpretation

1. Different working modes

1. Consecutive interpretation: The interpreter sits in the conference room and listens to the source Talk in English and take notes.

2. Simultaneous interpretation: refers to a method of translation in which the interpreter interprets the content to the audience without interrupting the speaker's speech. Simultaneous interpreters provide it through special equipment Instant translation, this method is suitable for large seminars and international conferences.

2. Different application occasions

1. Consecutive interpretation: Consecutive interpretation is mostly used in smaller-scale occasions involving only two working languages, such as diplomatic meetings, bilateral negotiations, visits and inspections , small-scale consultations, reporter interviews, judicial and quasi-judicial procedures, banquet speeches, press conferences and short-term small seminars, etc.

2. Simultaneous interpretation: Due to its advantage of not occupying meeting time, it has developed into the most commonly used mode in conference interpretation and is widely used in various international occasions. Almost all formal international multilingual conferences as well as international organizations such as the United Nations and the European Union use simultaneous interpretation as the standard interpretation mode.

3. There are differences in the number of people

1. Consecutive interpretation: usually one or two interpreters.

2. Simultaneous interpretation: usually performed by two to three interpreters in rotation.