Netherlands Association of Interpreters and Translators
(Nederlands Genootschap van Tolken en Vertalers)
It is the main association for translators and interpreters in the Netherlands. The website is available in English. It is dedicated to both translators and interpreters. Sworn translators can be selected.
Professional Translators for Dutch
Association of Professional Translators for the Dutch language. Translators are professional linguists who perform written translations, as opposed to oral or spoken translation, which is done by interpreters. In this type of associations we usually find translators specializing in many fields: technical, legal, medical, pharmaceutical and scientific. We might also find sworn/official translators who have been authorized by a Dutch agency or department.
Dutch translators are mostly freelancers working from home for their own clients or for translation agencies. They sometimes team up with other Dutch and other language translators and proofreaders to expand their range of services. The work of a Dutch translator consists of thoroughly understanding the text to be translated, getting to know the subject matter, carrying out terminology research and knowing the computer tools to help with translation, which will enable him/her to offer a cost-effective and quality work.
This particular Dutch association is made up of translators of various specializations and language combinations. There is probably another association in Netherlands focusing on sworn translators, technical translators, audiovisual translators or court translators. If there is any, you will find the link below.
Professional Interpreters for Dutch
The interpreters of this association are focused on spoken translation between Dutch and other languages. There are several methods of interpretation: simultaneous, conference, liaison or whispered. “Netherlands Association of Interpreters and Translators” provides a directory of Dutch interpreters who are available to offer their services in Netherlands. The head office is in Leiden, but the interpreters work all over Netherlands. Interpreters often work for international organisations such as the European Parliament, the UN or NATO. Dutch interpreters are also needed in hospitals, at trade fairs or at international summits where political leaders meet.
Simultaneous Dutch interpretation is needed at conferences, on television or at any event where participants need to understand a speaker in real time and without interruptions. The special thing about this is that technical equipment such as booths, microphones and headphones are required.
In consecutive interpreting, Dutch interpreters interrupt the speaker and translate the speech one chunk at a time. They can be seen, for example, at informal press conferences, which are often improvised and do not have the necessary equipment.
And finally there is the so-called whispered interpretation between Dutch and other languages, where the interpreter acts as an intermediary in a conversation between two people and translates in a low voice.
Other related associations based in Netherlands or whose main language is Dutch:
| Country | Association | Professionals |
|---|---|---|
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Belgian Chamber of Translators and Interpreters | Interpreters, Translators |
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Association of Court Interpreters and Translators | Court Interpreters and Translators |
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Association of Flemish Authors | Literary Translators |
Entry created or updated in June 2021
Email:
ngtv@ngtv.nl
Telephone:
+31 (0)71 519 10 70
Country:
Netherlands
Language(s):
Dutch
Types of professionals:
Interpreters / Translators
Official / Sworn Translator English<>Spanish
Professional Translators for Dutch
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