Ever wonder how people from different countries listen to one another at big events? Well, this is where simultaneous interpretation comes in handy. It’s the process of breaking down language barriers to ensure everyone understands and participates in real time. This method allows people speaking different languages to understand everything simultaneously.
Let’s see how it works and why it’s essential for events.
What Is Simultaneous Interpretation?
It is a process in which the speaker speaks in a language that you do not know anything about. You are sitting in a conference where the speaker speaks an unknown language. Instead of getting lost, you put on headphones. You then immediately hear what the speaker is saying in your language as he is speaking. That is simultaneous interpretation.
Unlike other translation methods, this takes place live. The interpreter listens and translates simultaneously, meaning the event has no pauses.
How Does Simultaneous Interpretation Work?
There are a few basics that make simultaneous interpretation work:
- Interpreters:
These are the people who translate what the speaker is saying. They listen carefully and speak fast, so you get the message in your language immediately.
- Interpreters Booths:
Interpreters work from soundproof booths where they can concentrate without any distractions. They listen to the speaker through their headsets and interpret immediately to ensure clarity and precision.
- Headphones:
The audience wears headphones to hear the interpretation. That way, they can hear the whole event in their own language without any delay.
- Tour Guide Systems:
If the event is outdoors or moving around, the interpreters use a wireless system to interpret from whichever distance you roam.
How It All Adds Up Step-by-Step
- Planning:
Interpretation service providers identify the needs of your event. The company asks you what language you require. What the event is all about, which informs them about the best selection of interpreters.
- Setting Up Equipment:
Interpreter service providers bring their equipment, such as Bosch Integrus digital system, for clear sound. They set up booths, headsets, and other equipment to prepare everything.
- Live Translation:
The interpreters work in real time once the event starts. They listen to the speaker and translate immediately. They ensure that the event runs as smoothly as possible.
- Clear Communication:
Good interpreters don’t just interpret words; they ensure the message sounds natural. This keeps everyone interested and allows none important to be missed.
Why is Simultaneous Interpretation Crucial for Global Events?
Simultaneous interpretation is important for global events. Because it ensures real-time communication between speakers of different languages.
- Events become accessible for everyone, no matter the language
- Keeps event flow smooth with real-time translation
- Inclusivity is increased to support speakers of multiple languages
- For a multilingual panel, it promotes smoothness and continuity
- Ensures timely understanding of decision-making events
Why Industry Knowledge Helps
Not knowing the language is not enough. Interpretation of a topic also requires knowledge of the industry. Whether medicine, technology, or finance, professional industry-recognised interpreters make everything slide like butter. They know the special terminologies that people use in their specific fields.
EMS Communications – Your Event Partner!
EMS Communications has more than 750 interpreters fluent in 70 languages with Spanish, Mandarin, Arabic, and French among the most requested languages. They all have over 5 years of experience in real-time translation. So you can be sure your event will be well taken care of.
For more than 20 years, EMS Communications has ensured that your event is perfect:
- Experienced interpreters with industry-specific knowledge
- Quality Bosch infrared systems
- Audio-visual equipment for event executions, mic, and speakers
- On-site support to ensure a flawless execution of your event
- We are with you from beginning to end to make your event successful!
Let’s Make Your Event Great! EMS Communications is prepared to support you. We have everything you need for smooth, clear communication. No matter how many languages you need.
Contact EMS now to avail expert interpreters and reliable interpretation equipment.
