• Essential English Phrases Every Interpreter Should Know Before Interpreting a Speech

    Essential English Phrases Every Interpreter Should Know Before Interpreting a Speech

    Interpreting a speech—whether it’s at a conference, a business forum, or an official event—requires more than linguistic fluency. It demands active preparation and a deep understanding of the structure, tone, and vocabulary commonly used by speakers, especially in English. Familiarity with frequently used phrases, idiomatic expressions, and rhetorical devices allows interpreters to anticipate meaning and

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  • Examples of Pantun and Their English Translations

    Examples of Pantun and Their English Translations

    Pantun is a traditional form of poetry originating from the Malay-Indonesian cultural heritage. It typically follows an A-B-A-B rhyme scheme and is often used in everyday conversations, ceremonies, or performances to convey emotions, advice, humor, or wisdom. The first two lines (called sampiran) set the context, while the last two lines (called isi) carry the main message. Pantun is concise,

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  • Tips for Interpreting Pantun into English

    Tips for Interpreting Pantun into English

    In Indonesian formal and ceremonial speeches—especially at official, diplomatic, or cultural events—it’s not uncommon for speakers to open with a pantun, a traditional poetic form meant to entertain, connect, or set the tone of the message. While these rhyming quatrains add charm and cultural depth, they also pose a unique challenge for interpreters: How do

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  • Navigating Maritime Zones and UNCLOS – A Glossary for Indonesian Interpreters

    Navigating Maritime Zones and UNCLOS – A Glossary for Indonesian Interpreters

    Navigating the complex terminologies of maritime law, particularly when it comes to maritime zones and the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), can be a daunting task for interpreters. To assist in this endeavor, we have compiled a list of 50 key terms, their meanings, and their Indonesian translations. English Term

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  • 20 inspirational proverbs and quotes in English and their translations in Indonesian

    20 inspirational proverbs and quotes in English and their translations in Indonesian

    English Indonesian 1. “The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” “Perjalanan seribu mil dimulai dengan satu langkah.” 2. “Every cloud has a silver lining.” “Selalu ada hikmah di balik setiap peristiwa.” 3. “Actions speak louder than words.” “Tindakan lebih penting daripada kata-kata.” 4. “Where there’s a will, there’s a way.’ “Dimana

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  • Interpreting Success Lessons from #GIRLBOSS

    Interpreting Success Lessons from #GIRLBOSS

    Sophia Amoruso’s book “#GIRLBOSS” is not just a story of personal triumph and entrepreneurship, but it is also a reservoir of lessons that can be interpreted and applied to various fields, including the world of interpretation. Here are the three key takeaways for interpreters from “#GIRLBOSS”: 1. Embrace Your Individuality Interpreters, like all professionals, benefit

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  • Remote Sensing in Peatland Management: Key Terms and Translations | Bahasa Interpreters

    Remote Sensing in Peatland Management: Key Terms and Translations | Bahasa Interpreters

    As interpreters play a crucial role in facilitating effective communication in various fields, including remote sensing in peatland management, here is a glossary of commonly used terms in this context. Feel free to give us some comments or suggestions in the comment section 🙂 English Term Meaning Indonesian Translation Remote Sensing The acquisition of information

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  • Sustainable Fisheries Interpreting: Essential Indonesian Glossary | Bahasa Interpreters

    Sustainable Fisheries Interpreting: Essential Indonesian Glossary | Bahasa Interpreters

    As interpreters play a crucial role in facilitating effective communication in various fields, including sustainable fisheries, here is a mini glossary of 30 commonly used terms in this context: This mini glossary aims to assist Indonesian interpreters working in the field of sustainable fisheries. It is important to note that interpretations may vary based on

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  • Preventing Interpreting Burnout: 10 Essential Tips for Maintaining Well-being

    Preventing Interpreting Burnout: 10 Essential Tips for Maintaining Well-being

    Interpreting is a demanding profession that requires mental agility, quick thinking, and the ability to handle high-pressure situations. The constant need for accuracy and the intense concentration involved in interpreting can sometimes lead to burnout. Burnout can negatively impact an interpreter’s well-being and performance. To maintain a healthy work-life balance and prevent burnout, consider implementing

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  • Glossary of Types of Crimes and Translations

    Glossary of Types of Crimes and Translations

    As an Indonesian interpreter working in legal settings, it is crucial to have a solid understanding of various types of crimes and their corresponding translations in Indonesian. This mini glossary aims to provide essential types of crimes along with their translations to assist interpreters in accurately conveying legal concepts and proceedings. Hopefully these crime-related terms

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