Translations from Swedish to Norwegian by qualified professional translators

Did you know that…

Norwegian is divided into two written language forms, Bokmål and Nynorsk, with equal official status. Historically, Bokmål can be seen as Norwegianised Danish, and it was the national language until 1929. Today, Bokmål is the variant used by the majority of Norwegians and it’s also the variant we translate the most from. Nynorsk (also called Landsmål before 1929) developed from the nineteenth century in an effort to reestablish the Norwegian language after the Danish-Norwegian union. During the union period, the only written language used was Danish.

Did you also know that our Norwegian neighbour invented an important kitchen utensil for home use? Cabinet maker and patent holder Thor Bjørklund (1889-1975) wondered how he could slice cheese evenly while also saving money, and this led to in the cheese slicer, which has become a beloved kitchen tool in many a home. The cheese slicer recently turned 100; the cabinet maker patented the tool in 1925! (Sources: Nationalencyklopedin, Wikipedia, Bjørklund)

We have a large network of specialised Norwegian translators who produce top-quality translations into their native language. The translators possess various specialised skills, and before each translation we carefully review the material before consulting with a suitable native-language translator who also assesses the material before we submit a quotation to you.

We offer a large network of Norwegian professional translators who deliver high-quality translations in their native language. The translators have various specialized skills, and before each translation we carefully review the material to then consult with an appropriate native-language translator who will also evaluate the material before finally submitting a quote to you.

We naturally also support language pairs other than Swedish to Norwegian. If you’d like to know whether we have a particular language pair, please contact us. The easiest way to do this is by completing our form. here.

Our business areas

We work across a number of different business areas such as medicine, technology, IT, law, finance and marketing. Shown below are the things worth bearing in mind when translating from Swedish into Norwegian, and more specifically within each respective industry area.

General tips for business areas when translating into Norwegian

A good source text is essential for achieving the best possible results. Make sure the manuscript is clear to ensure the best possible translation. Who is your target audience and what is the message? It’s a good idea to provide this information to the translator to help them adapt the text.

A well-crafted text takes time to develop; 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 Norwegian, it’s a good idea to provide as much relevant information as possible, such as the desired tone and the desired level of formality. If there’s a glossary or other business-specific information that you believe could be relevant to our translation, please share that information with us as well. 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 intended tone and register before we begin the translation. We also make sure the text is adapted to your specific industry terminology.

Because translating from Swedish into Norwegian should be simple, convenient and time-saving, we always deliver in the same file format in which we received the material.

Tips for translating from Swedish to Norwegian in medicine, healthcare and social care

A mistranslation in healthcare can have devastating consequences. Therefore, it’s important to provide as much necessary information as possible to facilitate our translation into Norwegian.

We’re keen to know which target group the material is aimed at. Is it for patients and their relatives, or for healthcare professionals? We would be grateful if we could receive this information when you place the order for the translation.

Often the translation will need to be localised to suit different conditions. It's therefore helpful for our translators if they receive information about this when the order is placed. This helps create the best possible conditions for the translation from Swedish to Norwegian.

Tips for translating from Swedish to Norwegian in technology and IT

Technical translations from Swedish to Norwegian demand a high level of industry expertise from the translators in the field the specific text concerns. Both in-depth technical knowledge and accuracy are essential.

Whether you need to translate your user manuals, or whether it concerns the translation of websites or other types of documentation, it’s always good for us to know how the material should be used. Is the material for internal use or is it aimed at consumers, retailers, or subcontractors? If the source material contains country-specific information, bear in mind that this may need to be localised when translating from Swedish into Norwegian. Our Norwegian professional translators are very experienced in adapting texts to make them viable in Norway.

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 Swedish to Norwegian, please let us know when ordering the translation.

Tips for translating from Swedish to Norwegian in law, economics and finance

Regardless of the industry or business, there’s always a variety of legal and financial documents in a company. Sometimes you need help with translating these into Norwegian. Here are Språkbolaget’s tips on what to consider when translating financial reports and legal documents from Swedish into Norwegian.

When translating an annual report or a quarterly report, it’s necessary to plan the translation in advance, as it’s usually a complex process involving many stakeholders.
Many clients also choose the same 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 run through the schedule together with you. 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?
• Does the translator need to be on standby for any corrections or updates after the translation delivery?

Because everyone at Språkbolaget cares about your security, we maintain strict confidentiality so you can feel completely secure entrusting your documents to us during the translation process. We can also draw up separate non-disclosure agreements for assignments that require it. Feel free to contact us for further information.

It’s not unusual for companies to hire external agencies to help with their communication and marketing. At Språkbolaget, we often receive requests to translate such things as websites, SoMe posts or marketing texts. But we don’t always find out (unless it’s clearly stated in the translation material) who the end customer is and what their wishes are. This could, for example, be the tone and register the translation should maintain. Thus getting to know your end customer through a brief presentation can be very helpful when translating from Swedish to Norwegian. This can range from requests regarding register and tone to words that should be included in the translation for better keyword optimisation. Other information that’s useful for us includes who the target audience is for the text for translation into Norwegian 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 Norwegian for you and your end customer.

Tips for translating from Swedish to Norwegian for communication agencies, advertising agencies, or internal marketing departments

It’s not uncommon for companies to hire external agencies to help with their communication and marketing. At Språkbolaget, we often receive requests to translate such things as websites, SoMe posts or marketing texts.
But what we don’t always find out (unless it is clearly stated in the translation material) is who the end customer is and what their wishes are. This could, for example, be the level of style and tonality the translation should maintain. Therefore, it is beneficial to allow us to get to know your end customer with a brief presentation when translating from Swedish to Norwegian. This could range from requests regarding style and tonality to words that should be included in the translation for better keyword optimization. Other information that is useful for us to obtain is: what is the target audience for the text to be translated into Norwegian? It is better to provide too much information than too little, and all information contributes to us being able to deliver a high-quality translation into Norwegian for you and the end customer.