Archive for February, 2010

What’s the difference between free and charged online translation services?

February 13, 2010 - 3:42 pm 1 Comment

Is the free translation services for documents, websites, etc as good as the services that cost money? Do you think that many people would pay for an actual human to translate their website for them instead of a computer program?

Experienced human translator is for sure better than a machine because of terminology, context and many thing AI is still catching up to.

Is There An English To Arabic (In Non-Arabic Writing) Translator?

February 13, 2010 - 3:42 pm 1 Comment

I try translating to Arabic using the Google translator but I can’t read Arabic writing.

Is there an Arabic translator that shows Arabic written in English alphabet?

no

Where can i find a language translator program/site?

February 13, 2010 - 3:42 pm 1 Comment

I just want to be able to translate english to spoken japanese instead of the written like idiot to baka

www.freetranslation.com

How do you say these phrases in French without using an online translator?

February 13, 2010 - 3:42 pm 2 Comments

I discovered my true inner character. I have attained patience and perseverance through many failures, courage through confidence, determination through many challenges faced, self-discipline and responsibility through commitment and dedication.

J’ai découvert mon vrai caractère intérieur.j’ai atteind la patience et la persévérance à travers les échecs, le courage à travers la confiance en soi, la détermination à travers les obstacles, la discipline et la responsabilité à travers l’engagement et le dévouement.

that’s the best I can do. hope this helps.

How much do translators and interpreters who work for the United Nations typically get paid?

February 13, 2010 - 3:42 pm 2 Comments


Depends on the language. Arabic/Farsi or Chineese 85-100K

What is the best, most accurate translation of the Bible from the original lanugages?

February 13, 2010 - 3:42 pm 16 Comments

I’ve heard of a translation by George Lamsa but it’s gotten mixed reviews. I want a translation that takes into account what the writers actually meant, the culture, references, accurate translations from the original language… with notes, notes would be good. Any suggestions?

Well, in fact this is a sort of passion of mine – finding the most accurate bible translation. I would like to point out first of all that no **objective** evaluation of bible translation accuracy exists or has been applied to even one bible. You can read more (in plain language) on why it is difficult to *objectively* determine the accuracy of a translation here
http://www.bible-reviews.com/topics_accuracy.html
(please excuse the giant buttons – I am slowly renovating the site)

Now – that being said, there *are* **indicators** that we can use to determine the accuracy of a bible translation. Those are **very** briefly discussed here
http://www.bible-reviews.com/topics_accuracy_indicators.html

and I have begun a chart which compares these indicators here
http://www.bible-reviews.com/charts_accuracy.html

Now – I have personally read through several bible versions, and read large portions of several more. In my **subjective, unprofessional but unbiased opinion**, the most accurate English translation at this time is the New Jerusalem Bible. As "evidence" of my lack of bias, the New Jerusalem Bible (NJB) is a Roman Catholic bible – but I am a Fundamentalist Christian.

It so happens that the NJB comes in one of the best scholarly study bibles available (these 2 editions have identical bible text and study notes)
http://www.bibleselector.com/r_njb_ss.html

Look at the "Regular Edition" first. Check out the reviews there at Amazon – they are stellar, and this bible is stellar. I have perused hundreds of bible study reviews at Amazon in my hunt for the perfect study bible. There are other really, really good study bibles – but none paired with a translation as excellent as the NJB.

The DLT edition is rare in the US, but available from UK. It is available in several editions, including expensive leather and cheap laminated paperback. Here are links to Amazon UK if you cannot find them in the U.S.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0232516758?ie=UTF8&tag=wwwjimpettico-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0232516758
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0232516502?ie=UTF8&tag=wwwjimpettico-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0232516502
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0232520771?ie=UTF8&tag=wwwjimpettico-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0232520771

Here is an "old" review of the NJB that I wrote. There are many additional reasons that I still prefer the NJB today over other bibles.
http://www.jimpettis.com/bibles/njb.htm

Finally – here is my huge work-in-progress, the site that guides you step-by-step in selecting the perfect bible. It should at *least* help you to find the perfect bible version, and it might help you to discover the perfect study bible.
http://www.BibleSelector.com

Note: if there are no study bibles listed at that site for the version you want, contact me. I have loads of info on bibles that I have not had time to post to that site, particularly regarding study bibles. I will be happy to help you narrow down your options and answer any questions – just e-mail me.

Jim

Need a German Translator?

February 11, 2010 - 10:25 am 8 Comments

I have some relatives in Germany who I am wanting to email to.
Is there anyone who can help me get the emails translated please?
Thank You,
Donajean_56

you will have too many mistakes with an on-line translator, simply because they don’t take into account the nuances of using different words. Contact one of those nice people who gave you their email address. Native speakers are always the best, not only for translating but for teaching how to pronounce properly.

How do you say "please" and "thank you" in Turkish? Anyone know of a good online translation site?

February 11, 2010 - 10:25 am 3 Comments


http://www.ankarahighschoolconnections.net/dictionary.htm

Spanish translator…….?

February 11, 2010 - 10:25 am 2 Comments

Does anyone know a good web site that can translate spanish to English?

No machine translator will give perfect results.

Try www.freetranslation.com

Cannot find free, fast romanian to Arabic translator please end i wana learn arabic end wryth help! Thank?

February 11, 2010 - 10:24 am 2 Comments


Hi!
I’d suggest you visit the Unilang forums. ;-)
It’s free, btw.

Ciko wapo

http://home.unilang.org/main/forum