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Translation rates & pricing
Translation is usually priced per word, or per minute for audiovisual content. Here's what drives the cost — and how to get an exact translation quote, backed by our Price Match Promise.
How translation is priced
Document and script translation is typically priced per word, while subtitle and audio translation can be priced per minute of content. Rates vary by language pair, subject matter and turnaround.
Because we specialise in audiovisual translation, we quote with production in mind — scripts adapted for timing and lip-sync, subtitles fitted to reading speed — so you pay for translation that's ready to record or publish, not just a literal document.
Send us your files and target languages for an itemised, no-obligation quote, backed by our Price Match Promise.
What affects your translation cost
Word or minute count
Scripts are priced per word; subtitle and audio translation can be per minute of content.
Language pair
Rarer language combinations cost more than common ones.
Subject matter
Technical, legal or medical content needs specialist linguists.
Adaptation for production
Adapting for timing, lip-sync or reading speed adds to a plain translation.
Turnaround
Standard scheduling is more economical than rush delivery.
Volume
Larger or ongoing projects are quoted with volume in mind.
Guide only — every translation project is quoted individually on volume, language pair, subject and turnaround. Send your files for an exact, no-obligation quote backed by our Price Match Promise.
Translation rates per word
Priced per source-language word; the rate is the higher of the source and target language. Indicative starting rates — every project is quoted individually.
| Languages | GBP | EUR | USD |
|---|---|---|---|
| French (EU), German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish | from £0.145 | from €0.18 | from $0.20 |
| Eastern European, Dutch, Greek, Turkish | from £0.175 | from €0.22 | from $0.24 |
| Arabic, Asian, French (CA), Hebrew, Indian, Scandinavian | from £0.20 | from €0.28 | from $0.30 |
| Icelandic, Welsh | from £0.25 | from €0.30 | from $0.35 |
Per source-language word. Minimum fee per language from £70 / €90 / $110, up to £120 / €140 / $160 for Icelandic and Welsh. Proofreading available (from £0.09 / €0.11 / $0.125 per word). Creative transcreation for campaign lines and short-form content is quoted separately. Rates exclude VAT where applicable and vary by language pair, volume and turnaround.
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Guides and pages to help you understand translation costs and scope your project.
Frequently asked questions
How are translation rates calculated?
Usually per word for scripts and documents, or per minute for subtitle and audio translation, varying with language pair, subject and turnaround.
Do you charge more for technical or specialist content?
Specialist content (technical, legal, medical) is handled by subject-matter linguists, which can carry a higher rate to ensure accuracy.
Is audiovisual translation priced differently?
Yes. Translation adapted for subtitles (reading speed) or voice over/dubbing (timing and lip-sync) involves more than a plain document translation.
How do I get an exact translation quote?
Send your files, language pairs and deadline and we'll return an itemised, no-obligation quote, usually the same working day.
Do you offer volume pricing?
Yes. Large or ongoing translation work is quoted with volume in mind — ask your project manager.
What is the Price Match Promise?
Find a like-for-like translation quote at a lower price and we'll match it, so you get native-quality translation without overpaying.
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