Interpreting is the process of orally translating from one language into another. The role of the Interpreter is to facilitate communication between people who do not speak the same language.
Interpreting services are provided by Translators who have a good command of the languages they speak. Oral translation is much more difficult than written translation because the Interpreter (translator) has to convey the message live, without having time to consult dictionaries or other supporting materials.
Types of interpreting
Interpreting services come in many forms, depending on the client's needs.
Thus, we have the following types of interpreting:
- Consecutive interpreting
- Simultaneous interpreting
- Whispered interpreting (chouchatage)
- Telephone or online interpreting
Consecutive interpreting
This is the type of interpreting in which the speaker pauses after a sentence or short-spoken text to allow the Translator (Interpreter) to translate what he/she has heard.
In consecutive interpreting, the Interpreter usually sits next to the speaker and translates the speech for the audience.
This is the most effective way of interpreting because the Translator listens to a short text and translates it directly to those who do not understand the language. The chances of omitting parts of the text are minimal, as the speaker and Interpreter practically work together. In addition, in the event of certain misunderstandings, the Translator can ask the speaker to repeat the sentence or offer clarification.
Simultaneous interpreting
Simultaneous interpreting is that type of interpreting in which the Translator translates the speaker's message live, with no breaks in the speech. Most of the time, simultaneous translation requires the use of electronic translation devices and the existence of a separate area in which the Interpreter listens to the speaker's presentation.
Basically, the Interpreter listens to the message and translates it simultaneously, with no breaks in the speaker's speech.
This type of interpreting is the most difficult because the Translator has to listen to the message and translate it at the same time
The efficiency of simultaneous interpreting is lower, as there is a risk of not translating certain parts of the speech, especially when the speaker speaks very fast.
In this case, the message is interpreted rather than translated. The Interpreter has to convey the message of the spoken text, often not having the time to translate every word.
Whispered interpreting
This is interpreting in which the Interpreter translates by whispering, being positioned next to a person in the audience (who requires the translation). Whispered interpreting can also be used for small groups of people in the audience.
It is also a simultaneous translation, the difference being that the Interpreter is positioned directly next to the target audience.
Telephone or online interpreting
This is the type of interpreting where the physical presence of the Translator is not needed.
Translation is done remotely, either by telephone or via online services.
Should the Interpreter be a Certified Translator?
Yes and no. This depends on the entity requesting the interpretation.
For conferences, business meetings, negotiations or other private events, the Translator's authorization is not required. However, if the Interpreter is also a Certified Translator, the client has the assurance of being assisted by a professional Translator.
A Certified Interpreter is required when the oral translation is carried out in front of official authorities. For example, interpreting in front of courts, criminal prosecution authorities, vital records departments, police offices, immigration offices, notaries public etc. In this case, we are dealing with a certified oral translation.
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📍 Common Situations Where an Interpreter is Needed:
🛂 Immigration Office (IGI)
- Interviews for residency permits or citizenship
- Administrative procedures for foreign nationals
- Facilitating communication between officers and applicants
👮 Police Offices
- Official statements
- Assistance during investigations or interrogations
- Assitance for foreign citizens involved in incidents
⚖️ Courts
- Court hearings for civil or criminal cases
- Testimonies or declarations in front of a Judge
- Simultaneous or consecutive interpretation, as the case may be
🖋️NOTARY PUBLICS
- Authentication of translated documents
- Affidavits, powers of attorney, or contracts in the presence of a Notary
- Interpretation services for legalizing documents signed by non-Romanian speakers
👶 Vital Records
- Birth registrations for children of foreign nationals
- Marriage registrations where one or both spouses do not speak Romanian
💍 Mayor's Office (Marriage Ceremonies)
- Official interpretation during wedding ceremonies, performed by the Mayor or an Officer, required when one spouse does not speak Romanian — ensuring legal compliance during the ceremony
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