Simultaneous Interpretation Services

Simultaneous interpretation is ideal for large events where two or more languages are involved and information has to be relayed quickly to audience members in order for them to participate in the event. Such events could include:

Providing simultaneous interpreting services is beneficial as they can effectively break down the language barriers that often hinder communication between those who are native speakers of different languages. For example, if you are hosting foreign delegations at an event, it is necessary to provide them with all necessary linguistic support so their language is not a hindrance to their enjoyment while they attend. In a situation like this, simultaneous interpretation would be ideal so the delegates are able to follow along and participate in real time.

Simultaneous Interpreting Vs. Consecutive Interpreting

Contrary to simultaneous interpreting, consecutive interpreting occurs between breaks or natural pauses in conversation that allow interpretation. So the speaker speaks for a few minutes, then pauses.

A professional interpreter takes notes and then orally translates the speaker’s message during the pause. Consecutive interpreters are ideal for small-scale settings and face-to-face meetings where only two languages are being used.

They are commonly used at Medical and Legal Appointments, Court Hearings, One-on-One Meetings and small groups such as Workshops, Business Meetings, Interviews, Press Conferences or Teleconferences.

Simultaneous Interpreting Equipment

Ideally, simultaneous interpreters will be working with simultaneous interpreting equipment. This specialized technology allows simultaneous interpreting services to be performed in such a way, as to not interrupt or distract the speaker or listeners during the event.

Language Connections offers equipment and professional setup for your events. For more information on equipment offerings, please visit our Interpreting Equipment page.

What is Whispered Interpreting?

Whispered Interpreting is very similar to simultaneous interpreting, in that the interpreter will be relaying information to their client while a speaker is talking, however, it will be done in a hushed (or whisper) tone directly into the listeners ear. As such the interpreter is usually very close to the listener.

Whispered interpretation requires intense concentration by the interpreter to hear every word spoken, and to provide an accurate rendition in the target language. Whispered interpreting is suitable for business meetings and negotiations, small group meetings or site visits (workshops, factories, facilities, etc.).