When you’re searching for Polish document translation, the first thought on your mind may not immediately be, ‘where does my translator live?’

It may not make a difference to you whether they live in Poznan or Preston, but it can make a huge difference to the quality of your translation. Hiring an in-country translator – that is one who resides in the country of your target language – is a wise move. And here’s why.

They can keep up to date with language trends

Languages are constantly evolving. This time last year had anyone even heard of a ‘selfie’? The word ‘selfie’ alongside other internet-based words like ‘hashtag’ and ‘lolcat’ made it into the Oxford English Dictionary last year. Would you even have a clue if they translated into Polish, or any other language for that matter? Keeping up to date with new slang in your own language can be difficult enough, but hiring a translator living in the country of your target language will ensure they are up to speed with subtle dialect or language changes. An in-country translator socialises, interacts and even dreams in your target language on a daily basis. They can talk directly to your customers where you can’t.

They are immersed in the culture

When you need Polish document translation, every tiny detail matters. Most cultural differences will certainly not translate literally. What may be culturally appropriate in the source language may not apply in your target language. Here’s a fun fact: While most of us in the UK, at least, will be tucking into a turkey dinner at Christmas, over in Europe, Poles are more likely to be eating carp! A good, qualified translator can use their language skills to decide what is appropriate for your translated text and localise where necessary.

They know what makes people tick

Being an ex-pat can be great, but setting up a new home somewhere abroad can be daunting, especially if you have to learn a new language. And with that comes a whole host of social rules. Of course, Brits love to queue and Germans love punctuality, but underneath these somewhat trivial stereotypes, what do your customers really want, and how do they like to be approached? With over half a million Polish speakers in the UK alone, according to the last census records, it’s now the UK’s second most widely spoken language after English. An in-country Polish translator can help you reach an entire ex-pat community – speaking to them in the language they know best, in the style they prefer.

Providing quality assurance for your document translation

Whether translating into English or Polish, document translation is a serious business. It could be a wedding license, your university degree or even important medical records. One small mistake could be disastrous. Our in-country Polish translators understand that translation isn’t as easy as you might think. By living in the target language country, they know the ins and outs of their mother tongue – the small nuances and often quirky idiosyncrasies that makes language so complex (and so beautiful!) We know the world is looking for cheap translations, but here Google Translate just won’t cut it. A complex job needs a complex brain! Here at Reflective Source, we have hundreds of professional and experienced translators working in your sector living all over the globe. Contact us today to inquire about hiring an in-country translator for your Polish document translation.