Translations from English into French by qualified professional translators
Did you know that...
... no fewer than 29 countries have French as their official language, making it one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. Bonjour, au revoir and merci are words that most Swedes know in French, but we also have many ”Swedish” words that originate from French. How about möbel, byrå and enorm?
Did you also know that the Statue of Liberty, which stands in New York in the USA, is a gift from the people of France? It was for the centennial of US independence, but it was only reluctantly accepted by the Americans (who had to pay for the pedestal themselves). The French sculptor Auguste Bartholdi designed the statue and the engineer Gustave Eiffel made the framework. There are are several replicas of the Statue of Liberty in Paris. The most famous stands on an island in the Seine and is on a scale of 1:4 compared to the original in New York and was donated on the centenary of the French Revolution by Americans living in Paris.Sources: Wikipedia – French, Isof, Wikipedia – Statue of Liberty)
Språkbolaget has a large network of professional translators who carry out top-quality translations from English to French. Because French is spoken in so many different countries, there are several variants. These variants do not necessarily differ a great deal, but it’s still good to know in which region your text will be used to ensure that the translation hits the mark.
Before every translation, we carefully review the source material and then consult a suitable native-speaking translator with the right specialist expertise. The translator also assesses the material before we finally provide you with a quotation.
Of course we also support other language pairs than English to French. Feel free to contact us for further information. The easiest way to get in touch with us is through our form.
Our business areas
We work across a number of different business areas such as medicine, technology, IT, law, finance and marketing. Below are some tips on what to keep in mind when translating from English into French, and more specifically within each industry or field.
General tips for business areas when translating into French
A good source text is absolutely essential. To ensure a good translation, make sure the manuscript is as unambiguous as possible. Who is your target audience and what is the message? Please send this information along to the translator so that they can more easily understand and adapt your text.
A well-crafted text takes time to produce. 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 best 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. Don’t forget to let us know if there’s a specific deadline for the assignment.
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 French, it’s a good idea to provide as much information as possible. For example, the desired tone and register. Is there a glossary or any other business-specific information you think might be relevant for our translation?
We produce our translations according to your wishes and jointly review your tone and register before translation begins. We also ensure the text is adapted to the specific terms used within the industry. This will enable us to help you achieve the top-quality translation you're aiming for. Språkbolaget feels that you and your company should enjoy a fast, efficient, hassle-free process when looking for translations from English to French. Therefore, we always deliver the translation in the same file format as we received from you, saving you both time and effort.
Translations from English to French in medicine, healthcare and social care – essential tips
An accurate translation from English to French in healthcare is essential to avoid serious mistakes. To ensure a top-quality translation into French, it’s important that you provide as much relevant information as possible when placing an order. It’s helpful if we have answers to the following questions: Who is the target audience? Is the text intended for patients and their families, or for healthcare professionals? Does the translation need to be adapted based on the context? The more details we receive with the order, the better and more precise the translation will be.
Tips for translating from English into French in technology and IT
Technical translations from English to French require a high level of industry expertise from the translator in the field the specific text concerns. In addition to the correct language skills, both in-depth technical knowledge and precision are essential.
Whether you need to translate user manuals, your website or other types of texts, 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, retailers, or subcontractors? If the source material contains specific information that will not work in each respective country, it’s especially important that the information in the translation be localized according to the target audience and/or the market where the translation will be used.
If there’s any reference material that could be relevant for our translators, or particular industry-specific terminology that should be included when translating from English to French, please let us know when placing the order.
Professional translations from English to French of legal and financial documents
Regardless of the industry, businesses need to handle a variety of legal and financial documents. These often contain complex terms, legal texts and industry-specific standards, making them challenging both to understand and to translate. Thus it’s crucial to hire a translation agency with translators specialized in the field for accurate, legally secure translation from English into French.
Listed below are a few points worth bearing in mind ahead of a translation from English to French in the case of legal and/or financial documents.
- Who is the intended recipient of the translation?
We ask this to enable us to guide you on the the type of translation needed. For example, do you need a certified translation or a regular specialised translation? Your specific need depends entirely on how the material will be used.
If the translation is for an authority or bank, a certified translation is often required, but if it will be used in other contexts, a standard translation carried out by a native-speaking translator specialising in the relevant field is (usually) sufficient.
If your document requires a certified translation with a stamp, Språkbolaget can help, but in this case, the document needs to be translated from Swedish or into Swedish - Is there a timeframe within which the translation must be finished?
From a security perspective, we would recommend you send your translation material securely. Legal and/or financial documents often contain sensitive information. Therefore, be sure to package your material securely by password-protecting it and sending it via a secure platform that you trust.
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.
Tips for translating from English into French for communication agencies, advertising agencies or in-house marketing departments
It’s common for companies to hire external agencies to manage their communication and marketing. Språkbolaget’s commissions involve translating everything from websites and social media posts to marketing copy.
However, we rarely receive information about the end customer and their specific needs – unless this is clearly stated in the translation material. Which register and tone of voice should the translation adopt to best reflect the brand's identity and reach the right target audience? It’s important to know the answer to this question to achieve the best possible end result.
Thus when translating from English into French it’s important you acquaint us with your end client via a short presentation. This can range from requests for register and tone to words that should be included in the translation for better keyword optimization. Other information that’s good for us to know includes who the target audience is for the text for translation into French. 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 client.
Copy translations from English to French – tailored for your target audience
Our experienced translators offer transcreation services from English into French, where we not only translate but also adapt the content for the new market. This means the translation is adapted based on cultural differences to ensure relevance and impact. We can also tailor the tone of the text to suit your requirements, should you want a more creative, positive or formal approach.
We regularly translate this type of assignment and have many experienced native English-to-French translators in our network. Feel free to contact us for further information. You can get in touch with us most easily by using our form.