Polish - Norwegian - English Translator

For starters, a high level of language skills, although it’s worth pointing out that the emphasis is on the proficient use of a foreign language and the native-language competence. But there’s more – the ability to translate a text also requires the knowledge of the cultural context. A good translator must understand the source language perfectly and be able to detect all the nuances, ambiguities, humour or irony and transfer them from one language into another.

Equally important is to have excellent writing skills, as the ease of expressing thoughts into words comes in handy when translating literary and technical texts. Readiness to experiment with words and concisely express ideas (especially when faced with word limitations) is also of great importance.

Another thing is specialist knowledge, and that includes having a particular area of expertise. Some projects require detailed knowledge of a given subject, which is something not every translator can provide. While narrowing your services to one or a few areas of expertise may limit clients' potential, it can be beneficial in the long run. Having your own niche is more perspective, and we prefer to focus on experts.

A good translator should try to date with the industry's changes and innovations and their specialization field. Being open to new things will also make it more competitive and successful. Curiosity and eagerness to learn about new developments and innovations also show engagement.

Specific personality traits are no less important, as delivering translations often involves working on tight deadlines, dealing with pressure and stress. That’s why good organizational skills and the ability to stick to a routine are a must.