CHINESE INTERPRETING SERVICES

The two primary methods of interpretation are simultaneous and consecutive. They are both valuable tools for bridging language barriers and have their own advantages and disadvantages.

Simultaneous interpretation is often used in large meetings and conferences. Typically, interpreters work in a sound-proof booth away from the event, from where they interpret in real-time. Listeners are required to use headphones.

Consecutive interpretation is a lower-cost alternative and works best for small group discussions, such as business meetings, doctor’s appointments, and court hearings. During consecutive interpretation, the speaker is required to pause to give the interpreter time to deliver the translation.