Translation from Swedish into German by qualified professional translators
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We offer a large network of specialist translators who carry out high-quality translations into their native language. The translators have various areas of expertise, and before every translation we carefully review the source material and then consult a suitable native-speaking translator who also assesses the material before we finally provide you with a quote. German is one of the largest languages in the world, and we frequently receive requests for translation into German. We have many experienced German native-speaker translators in our network. Of course, we also have other language combinations than just Swedish into German. Please feel free to contact us for more information. You can get in touch with us most easily via our form.
Our business areas
We operate within a number of different business areas, such as medicine, technology, IT, law, economics and marketing. In the text below, we discuss what is generally good to keep in mind when translating from Swedish to German, and more specifically within each respective industry.
General tips for each business area when translating into German
A good source text is the alpha and omega. Make sure the manuscript is clear to get as good a translation as possible. Who is the target audience for the text and what is the message? Feel free to send this information along to the translator so they can more easily understand and adapt your text.
A well-crafted text takes time to produce. It is often said that the preparatory work is the most time-consuming part, but it is also extremely important for the final result to be a good one. Therefore, make sure to clearly communicate the purpose of the material, what you want to achieve with the text, and how the material will be used. Do not forget to let us know if there is a specific deadline for the assignment.
If you are clear about your content from the outset, this will also be reflected in the translation, as the translator will have a better foundation to work from. When translating into German, it is helpful to provide as much information as possible in addition to the script. For example, the desired tone and register. Do you have a glossary or any other business-specific information that you think might be relevant to our translation?
We create translations according to your requirements. Together with you, we go through the desired tone of voice and style before the translation begins. We also ensure that the text is tailored to specific terms used within your industry. This is so that we can best help you achieve the high-quality translation you are aiming for.
Translating from Swedish into German should be simple, smooth and time-saving. That is why we always deliver back in the same file format in which we received the material.
Tips for translation from Swedish to German in medicine, healthcare and social care
A mistranslation in healthcare can have devastating consequences. Therefore, it is extremely important to provide as much necessary information as possible to facilitate our translation into German. Good information can, for example, be who the material is aimed at. Is it for patients and their relatives, or is it for healthcare professionals? Does the translation need to be adapted to different conditions? We are very pleased if we receive this type of information when you order the translation.
Tips for translation from Swedish to German in technology and IT
Technical translations from Swedish into German require a high level of industry knowledge from the translator within the specific field the text is about. Both in-depth technical knowledge and precision are required.
Whether you need to translate your user manuals or get a translation of websites or other texts, it is always good for us to know how the material is to be used. Is the material for internal use or is it aimed at consumers, retailers or subcontractors? If the translation material contains specific things that do not work in every country, it is extra important that this is adapted in the translation according to the target audience and/or the market where the translation is to be used.
If you have any reference material that might be relevant for our translators, or specific industry terminology that should be included when translating from Swedish into German, please feel free to let us know when submitting your translation request.
Tips for translation from Swedish to German in law, economics and finance
Regardless of industry, it is common for businesses to have a variety of legal and financial documents to manage. These are not always entirely easy to understand, and even harder to translate as they contain many terms, laws and principles/standards that can differ between different countries. It can therefore be helpful to enlist the help of a translation agency that has specialised expert translators in the field. Here, we give you some tips on what to keep in mind ahead of a translation from Swedish into German of legal and/or financial documents:
- Who is the recipient?
The question is important to guide the need for translation type. Is a certified translation needed or does a standard translation suffice? Your needs depend entirely on how the material is to be used.
If the translation is for an authority or bank, a certified translation is often required, but if the material is to be used for internal purposes, a standard translation performed by a native-speaking translator within the relevant field is (usually) sufficient. If the material is solely for internal use, machine translation reviewed by a translator might even be enough.
If your document requires a certified translation with a stamp, Språkbolaget can help with the translation. In that case, the document must be into Swedish or from Swedish. - Is there a deadline by which the translation needs to be finished?
From a security perspective, we would also like to advise you to send your translation material securely. Legal and/or financial documents often contain sensitive information. Therefore, please ensure that you package your material securely by password-protecting it and sending it via secure platforms that you trust.
Your safety is important to us. Therefore, everyone works under a confidentiality agreement so that you can feel secure about what you entrust to us for translation. We can also draw up separate non-disclosure agreements for assignments that require it. Please feel free to contact us for more information.
Tips when translating from Swedish to German for communication agencies, advertising agencies or internal marketing departments
It is not unusual for companies to hire external agencies to help with communication and marketing. We at Språkbolaget are then often asked to translate, for example, a website, social media posts or marketing texts.
But what we rarely find out (unless it is obvious from the translation material) is who the end customer is and what preferences they have. What style and tone should the translation maintain? When translating from Swedish to German, it is therefore important to let us get to know your end customer, for example through a short introduction. This can range from preferences regarding tone and style to words that should be included in the translation for better search engine optimisation. Other information that is good for us to know is, for example, who the target audience is for the text to be translated into German? It is better to provide us with too much information than too little. All information helps us to deliver a high-quality translation into German for you and your end customer.
Our translators also carry out transcreations from Swedish into German, which involves, among other things, the translator adapting any examples or comparisons in the text that, for cultural reasons, do not fit the new language or market.
The translation can also be tailored in terms of tone – ranging from a bolder persona to a warm and positive or a strict and formal style.
We regularly translate assignments of this type and have many experienced native Swedish-to-German translators in our network. Please feel free to contact us for more information. You can reach us most easily through our form.