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Translators are like mythological creatures.<\/p>\n

We rarely appear in the credits of the translations we make. We work from home. And we never tell the clients we work for.<\/p>\n

We\u2019re like invisible hands that craft and shape your words in another language. Fascinating, right?<\/p>\n

But what goes on behind the scenes of a perfectly translated copy or a seamlessly localised website?<\/p>\n

What makes a translator truly good at what they do?<\/p>\n

While bilingualism is certainly the foundation, a truly great translator possesses a unique blend of skills and qualities that go far beyond vocabulary and grammar.<\/p>\n

So let\u2019s find out together!<\/p>\n

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It’s not just about knowing languages (though that helps!)<\/h2>\n

Sure, you need to be fluent in at least two languages \u2013 your source language<\/strong> (in my case, English) and your target language<\/strong> (Italian). But it\u2019s not just about speaking them; it’s about deeply understanding their nuances, cultural contexts, and even their humour.<\/p>\n

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Beyond the dictionary: cultural savvy<\/h2>\n

A great translator isn’t just swapping words; we\u2019re bridging cultures. We understand that a direct translation might completely miss the mark if it doesn’t account for cultural differences. This means:<\/p>\n