Interpreting - Simultaneous, Consecutive and Online Interpreter Services

Interpreting is needed when people who speak different languages have to be able to communicate in real time. This may be a conference, a business meeting, negotiations, a training, a presentation, a court hearing, a medical consultation, a technical visit, receiving foreign guests, accompanying a delegation or an online meeting.

Interpreting differs from written translation. Here the interpreter has no time for lengthy checking, so high linguistic accuracy, quick thinking, prior knowledge of the subject, a good memory, command of the terminology and the ability to manage communication are needed. A good interpreter does not just translate words - they help the parties understand each other correctly.

What types of interpreting do we offer?

The right form of interpreting depends on the scale of the meeting, the number of participants, the venue, the technical conditions, the subject and how quickly communication has to proceed. For a small business meeting consecutive interpreting is often enough, while for a large conference simultaneous interpreting with special equipment is better.

Simultaneous interpreting for conferences

Simultaneous interpreting is the fastest and technically most demanding form of interpreting. The interpreter listens to the speaker and at the same time translates what they say into another language. Participants receive the interpretation through headphones, which allows the event to continue smoothly, without pauses.

Simultaneous interpreting is most often used at conferences, international forums, summits, public speeches, trainings, press conferences, multilingual panel discussions and large business events. This format is especially necessary when the event has many participants and pausing after every sentence is impractical.

Simultaneous interpreting often requires special equipment: headphones, microphones, an interpreter booth or another technical solution. In some cases a relatively simple system is possible for a small event, while a large conference needs professional equipment and advance technical planning.

Consecutive interpreting for meetings and negotiations

Consecutive interpreting is used when the speaker pauses after a certain segment and the interpreter renders that segment in the other language. This form is very effective for small and medium-sized meetings, where conveying the meaning precisely is important and the participants can speak with pauses.

Consecutive interpreting is often used in business negotiations, official visits, court or legal meetings, medical consultations, technical trainings, B2B meetings, at a notary, a bank, a public agency or in another administrative process. In such meetings the interpreter often needs not only the language, but also knowledge of the terminology of the specific field.

Whispered interpreting - individual interpreting

Whispered interpreting is used when one or two people need interpretation and large equipment is not necessary. The interpreter sits or stands close to the listener and translates what is said in a low voice. This format is convenient at small meetings, presentations, excursions, official receptions and some business events.

Whispered interpreting is not ideal for a large hall or a noisy space, because the interpreter has to hear the speaker's voice and the listener has to be able to hear the interpretation. So before choosing this format it is important to know the event's setting, the number of participants and the technical conditions.

Online interpreting for Zoom, Teams and Google Meet meetings

Today many meetings are held online - in Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet or on another platform. Online interpreting can be either consecutive or simultaneous, if the platform has the appropriate language channels or the technical capability. This service is convenient for international companies, remote trainings, online consultations and meetings with partners.

For online interpreting a good internet connection, good sound quality, the meeting agenda and materials provided in advance are important. If the meeting will include a presentation, technical terms, a legal text or medical matters, it is better for the interpreter to have the materials in advance, so that the interpretation is accurate and smooth.

An interpreter for business meetings and negotiations

At a business meeting the interpreter often becomes an important part of the communication. The purpose of the meeting may be discussing a contract, negotiating a price, partnership terms, an investment, a technical presentation, introducing a product or agreeing on service terms. In such cases the interpretation has to preserve not only the meaning of the words, but also the tone, the diplomacy and the precision of the message.

For a business interpreter, confidentiality, neutrality and professional communication are important. Before the meeting it is advisable to prepare the key terms, information about the company, the agenda and the presentation materials. That way the interpreter can prepare better and communication runs more naturally.

Interpreting at medical, legal and technical meetings

Not all interpreting is the same. A medical consultation requires knowledge of medical terminology, a legal meeting - precision of legal wording, and a technical training - correct rendering of field-specific terms. That is why the subject area must be taken into account when choosing an interpreter.

TARGMANEBI works in various fields: medical translation, legal translation, technical translation, financial translation and translation of official documents. This experience also helps us choose an interpreter when a meeting involves specific field terminology.

Simultaneous interpreting equipment

Large events often need simultaneous interpreting equipment. This may include an interpreter booth, headphones, microphones, a transmission system and technical support. Whether equipment is needed depends on the venue, the number of participants, the number of languages and the format of the event.

If the event is held in a large hall, the technical conditions have to be clarified in advance: how many participants will receive the interpretation, how many languages there will be, whether several interpreters are needed, whether there is sound/microphones on site and how the equipment will be set up. Such details are best planned in advance, so that communication runs smoothly on the day of the event.

Which languages is interpreting available in?

Interpreting is possible from Georgian into foreign languages and from foreign languages into Georgian. The most requested directions are Georgian-English, Georgian-Russian, Georgian-Turkish, Georgian-German, Georgian-French, Georgian-Italian, Georgian-Spanish, Georgian-Ukrainian, Georgian-Polish, Georgian-Arabic and Georgian-Chinese. The specific language and the interpreter's availability have to be checked in advance.

How do you book an interpreter?

To book an interpreter, some basic information is needed. The more precisely you give us the details, the better we can choose the interpreter and determine in advance the price, the timing, the format and the preparation needed. The date, time, duration, languages, subject and format of the event are especially important.

What information should you give us to set the price?

The price of interpreting is always set individually, because the service depends on many factors. The cost of a one-hour small meeting and a full-day conference is different. Prices also differ for simultaneous and consecutive interpreting, with or without equipment, on site or online.

• the date and time of the event;
• duration - how many hours or days;
• venue - Tbilisi, a region or online;
• the languages to be interpreted;
• type of interpreting - simultaneous, consecutive, whispered or online;
• the subject of the event - business, medicine, technology, law, training and so on;
• the number of participants;
• whether simultaneous interpreting equipment is needed;
• whether there are presentations, texts or terminology to prepare in advance.

How much does interpreting cost?

The price of interpreting depends on the type of interpreting, the language, the duration of the event, the complexity of the subject, the need to travel to the venue, the number of interpreters and the technical requirements. Consecutive interpreting for a small meeting may be priced by the hour, while simultaneous interpreting at a conference often requires several interpreters and planning of equipment.

To get an exact price, write to us with the details of the event. You can also find general information on the prices page, but the final cost of interpreting is always determined by the specific event.

How far in advance should you contact us?

It is best to book an interpreter as early as possible, especially if the event is large, technically complex or has a specific field-related subject. For medical, legal, financial or technical meetings, advance preparation is very important, because the interpreter needs time to become familiar with the terminology, the presentation and the participants' subject.

For a small meeting a quick booking is sometimes possible, but for a large conference, simultaneous interpreting with equipment or a rare language it is better to write to us several days or weeks in advance.

Why TARGMANEBI?

In interpreting, what matters most is not only knowledge of the language, but ensuring accurate communication in real time. TARGMANEBI helps clients plan meetings, events, negotiations, trainings and online consultations correctly. We assess the type of event, the subject and the format needed, in order to choose a suitable interpreter for you.

• simultaneous, consecutive, whispered and online interpreting;
• interpreters for conferences, meetings, trainings and negotiations;
• experience in medical, legal, technical, financial and business subjects;
• the ability to organize simultaneous interpreting equipment;
• Zoom / Teams / Google Meet support for online meetings;
• advance preparation of the interpreter based on the materials;
• advance assessment of the price and format;
• Tbilisi, the regions and online service from all over Georgia.

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