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Translation

Translations are more than just words.

Whether it’s your corporate website or a scientific manuscript, in order to properly convey the content of the original, a translation must also consider the cultural context of its readership, a task that a native speaker is best equipped to deliver.

For 10 years I have been translating all kinds of texts from a diverse range of fields. From cover letters to formal legislation, I am up to any challenge, great or small, in the language combination English ↔ German.

Pricing

Every written translation constitutes an individual service that is defined by the length of the source text, its field and degree of difficulty, the context it addresses, its purpose, the available turnover time and the precise wishes of the customer.

Pricing is approached in an equally individualized manner. Translation fees range from 1.00 € to 1.90 € per standard line (55 characters including blank spaces) or from 0.11 € to 0.25 € per word in the source language (all pricing excl. 19 % German VAT).

Get in touch and send me your manuscript (or representative excerpts) along with the required turnover period, and I will get back to you with a non-binding quote within 24 hours.

Basic language editing

Be it a scientific manuscript, a contract, or a website – allowing a native speaker to address the fine details and linguistic nuances of a text greatly improves its adequacy for the target audience. Beyond spelling, grammar and punctuation, with basic editing, your text is given a more natural and professional touch. Word choice is improved and ambiguous or awkwardly worded sections are highlighted.

Advanced language editing

Sometimes basic language editing simply won’t cut it. With advanced editing, your manuscript is completely revamped. Besides grammar, spelling and punctuation, stylistic means and overall text flow are optimized. Ambiguous or awkward sections are rewritten or changes are suggested. When the job is done, you receive a short summary of recurring mistakes so you can improve your own writing in the future.

Pricing

Pricing depends on the length of the manuscript and the available turnover period. The longer the text and the more time I have for the job, the cheaper it gets for you.

For instance, basic editing of up to 600 words within 48 hours costs 23.17 € per 200 words, while for a 6.000 word manuscript with a 10 day timeframe the fee drops to 27.71 € per 500 words (all prices excl. 19 % German VAT).

Pricing for advanced editing is more individualized. Since the quality of manuscripts that require a more rigid makeover can vary significantly, so too can the amount of time necessary for optimizing them, which is reflected in higher unit prices.

Get in touch for a free appraisal if you are unsure whether your text needs more than just a final polish, or send me your manuscript for a non-binding quote.

Abstract polishing

Scientific abstracts need to be unambiguous, clear and to the point. Submit your abstract now for a quick and thorough language polish to correct improper English and poor wording for that final edge.

Three simple steps

Email me the abstract, state desired turnover time

You receive confirmation of the assignment via email

Polished abstract is returned within 24 or 48 hours

Pricing

40.50 € within 24 hours
36.50 € within 48 hours
(excl. 19% German VAT)

Express service

Final versions are often only completed at the last minute. Deadlines can be tight from the outset or arise unexpectedly.

When time is limited, spend it on what you do best, and leave your language worries with me.

Get in touch spontaneously, or arrange a speedy translation or polishing job in advance.

Basic editing

≤ 3,000 words in 24 h, ≤ 6,000 words in 48 h

Advanced editing

≤ 600 words in 24 h, ≤ 2,000 words in 48 h

Translation

≤ 500 words in 24 h, ≤ 2,000 words in 48 h

Lasting cooperation

You regularly need translations or language editing in English or German? Let’s both benefit from the perks of a long-term partnership.

Give me a call or drop me a line, and together we can evaluate:

What kinds of texts you create and what purposes they serve
Which services you require, in which volume
With which degree of regularity
How to manage my availability
How we want to structure remuneration

Take a look at the types of texts I have worked on that have been successfully published: