Translations from English into Danish by qualified professional translators
Did you know that...
Danish is not only the official language of Denmark but also a minority language in South Schleswig in Germany, where around 50,000 inhabitants speak Danish.
Did you also know that Danish is a language with many dialects, even though they’re quickly disappearing and standard Danish is becoming the standard language to an ever greater extent? There are currently about 32 different dialects, with the principal dialects being Jutlandic, insular Danish and Bornholmsk.
So if you say that ”en kväll var rolig” in Swedish, in Danish it means that the evening was peaceful. If instead you want to explain to a Norwegian that you’ve had a good evening, you can say ”artig kveld”. ”Artig” actually means pleasant and/or funny in Norwegian. Things can also go wrong when a Danish speaker and a Swedish speaker are talking about breakfast. The Danish word ”frokost” actually means lunch. (Source: Wikipedia)
Visiting Denmark both privately and in a business context is both genial and pleasant. Many Danish companies are classed as SMEs and are often specialised in a specific area. The Danish system is very similar to the Swedish one, which means that as a Swede you can feel confident and secure about doing business with Danish companies. Danish is also one of the many languages we translate into; our Danish translators are native speakers of Danish and well acquainted with Danish culture.
Translations from English into Danish are among our most common language pairs. However, it’s not uncommon to have translations into Danish from languages other than English, as many businesses have connections to markets with official languages other than English. Naturally, we also support other language pears in such cases. In the case of the English to Danish language pair, we’ve built up a large network of specialist translators over the years who translate from British English or American English into Danish. Our translators have various areas of expertise, and before every translation, we carefully review the source material before consulting a suitable native-speaking translator, who also assesses the material before we provide you with a quotation. If you’re interested in translations from English into Danish within a certain subject area or any specific language a, you’re very welcome to contact us. You can do this most easily by completing our form.
Our business areas
We work in a number of different business areas such as medicine, technology, IT, law, finance and marketing. Shown below are the things to keep in mind when translating from English into Danish, both generally and in each industry area.
General tips for business areas when translating into Danish
A good source text is essential for the best possible translation. Make sure the manuscript is clear to ensure the best possible translation. Who is your target audience for the text and what is the message? Please provide this information to the translator to help them adapt the text.
A well-crafted text takes time to produce, we understand that. It’s often said that the preparatory work is the most time-consuming phase, but it’s also the most important in terms of the end result. Therefore, be sure to clearly communicate the purpose of the material; what you want to achieve with the text and how the material will be used. If there’s a specific deadline for the assignment, please don’t forget to let us know.
If you're 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. For translations into Danish, it’s helpful to provide as much information as possible along with the manuscript, such as the desired tone of voice and register. The material often needs to be localised, so it’s a good idea to review what needs to be adapted before translation begins. Is there a glossary or reference material available? We would be grateful for any other business-specific information you think might be relevant for our translation. This will enable us to help you achieve the top-quality translation you're aiming for.
We produce our translations according to your wishes and jointly review your tone and register before translation begins. We also make sure the text is adapted to your specific industry terminology. Because translating from English into Danish should be simple, convenient and time-saving, we always deliver in the same file format in which we received the material from you.
Tips for translating from English to Danish 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 Danish. Good information could, for example, be who the material is aimed at. Is it for patients and their relatives, or is it for healthcare professionals? Often, the translation also needs to be adapted to different markets. In that case, it is helpful for our translators if they receive information about this when the assignment starts.
Tips for translating from English to Danish in technology and IT
Technical translations from English into Danish require the translator to have a high level of industry knowledge in the specific field the text concerns. Both in-depth technical knowledge and accuracy are essential. Whether you need to translate user manuals, your website or other documentation, it’s always useful for us to know how the material will be used. Is the material for internal use or is it aimed at consumers, or perhaps for retailers, or subcontractors?
If there’s any reference material that may be relevant to our translators, or specific industry-standard terminology that should be included when translating from English to Danish, please let us know when ordering the translation.
Tips for translating from English to Danish in law, economics and finance
Regardless of the industry and the type of operations performed, a company always has a variety of legal documents and financial documents. Sometimes you need help with the translation of such documents into Danish. Here are some tips on what to keep in mind when translating financial reports or legal documents from English into Danish.
When translating an annual report or a quarterly report, you need to schedule your translation in advance, as it’s usually a complex process involving many stakeholders.
Also, many clients choose the translator they’ve worked with in the past, and who’s become well acquainted with their business. So, be sure to book your translator well in advance to ensure their availability when your company needs translation support. We review the schedule together with you. Some of the things it’s a good idea to prepare the following ahead of the translation:
- What deadlines do we have to work to?
- Would you prefer deliveries of the texts as we proceed or as a single, combined delivery?
- Will the translator need to be on standby for any corrections after translation delivery?
- Are there any specific standards and/or directives to take into account?
Because everyone at Språkbolaget cares about your security, we maintain strict confidentiality so you can feel completely secure entrusting your documents to us for translation. We can also draw up separate non-disclosure agreements for assignments that require them. Feel free to contact us for further information.
When translating legal documents, it’s important to provide information about the type of translation you require. Does the document require a certified translation with a stamp or a standard translation without a stamp? Språkbolagets offers certified translations from Danish into Swedish or from Swedish into Danish.
Tips for translating from English to Danish for communication agencies, advertising agencies, or internal marketing departments
It’s not unusual for companies to hire external agencies to help with their communication and marketing. Språkbolaget’s commissions often involve translating everything from websites and social media posts to marketing copy.
But what we rarely find out (unless it’s obvious from the translation material) is who the end customer is and what their preferences are. Therefore, when translating from English to Danish, it’s important you let us get to know your end customer with a brief presentation at an initial meeting. This can range from preferences regarding tone of voice and register, to words that need to be included in the translation for better search engine optimisation. Other information that’s good for us to know includes who the target audience is for the text for translation into Danish? It’s better to provide us with too much information than too little, and all information helps us to deliver a top-quality translation into Danish for you and the end customer.
Our translators also provide copy translations (transcreation) from English into Danish, which involves the translator adapting examples or comparisons in the text which for cultural reasons do not fit the new language or market.
The translator can also change the tone of the translation if you want a more modern tone, a positive tone or a more formal tone.
We regularly translate this type of assignment and have many experienced native English-to-Danish translators in our network.