What is Interpretation
The process of understanding a spoken message in one language and re-expressing that message accurately and objectively in another language.
Interpretation is complex. To be accurate and objective requires not just an excellent command of the languages involved, but also an understanding of the cultural nuances, as well as knowledge of the subject matter being interpreted.
How it works
Get in touch with us and describe your situation. You will be paired with a certified interpreter based on the language needs, and the topic being discussed.
If the discussion will be of a technical nature, be prepared to provide the interpreter with any technical preparatory material beforehand. This might include a glossary of specialized terminology, any depositions, or other pertinent documentation.
Consecutive Interpretation
In Consecutive Interpretation, the interpreter works in both language directions. First the interpreter waits for one party to finish speaking, then the message is interpreted and expressed to the other party in their native language. This mode of interpreting is suitable for:
- Court proceedings
- Business meetings
- Investigative interviews
- Small group visits
Simultaneous Interpretation
With simultaneous interpretation, the interpreter listens, interprets, and reproduces the message all at once. The interpretation occurs in real-time as the speaker continues to communicate. CIS linguists can accurately and objectively interpret from one language into another (unidirectional) or back and forth between languages (bi-directional).
Simultaneous interpretation requires the interpreter to listen, analyze, comprehend, convert, edit, and reproduce in real time from the source language to the target language while a speaker continues to speak in a specific social context. The interpretation may be from one language into another only (unidirectional) or back and forth between languages (bi-directional).
We specialize in...
CIS interpreters are state certified and qualified to provide consecutive and simultaneous interpretations for legal, medical and business assignments. Accurate and objective interpretation is an indispensable tool and can be applied in the following contexts:
- Depositions
- Arbitrations
- Trials
- Hearings
- Examinations Under Oath
- Medical Exams
- Phone Conferencing
- Parent/Teacher Conferences
- Business Meetings
- Focus Groups
Legal Proceedings
Our legal interpreters are familiar with the procedures and terminology used in legal proceedings and comply with all New York judicial guidelines for court interpreters.
We strive to place non-English speaking witnesses on equal ground with native English speakers. CIS interpreters do not paraphrase, omit, or modify the content of statements made by witnesses. We guarantee accurate and objective interpretation from the source language to the target language.