What should I study now to become a translator?

The following Translator Q & A is part of our Translator FAQ Series.


Question: What should I study now to become a translator?

Answer: To become a translator you should study:

• Your target languages until you know them as well as a native
• The culture behind your target language so that you can accurately pick out hidden and second meanings of words
• Translation industry best practices
• Translation ethics and guidelines of working in the industry
• What experts in translation are doing, this is who you should be learning from as often as possible.

You can study many of these topics for free within our Translator Guide.

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• What is the difference between a interpreter and translator?
• How can I become a successful translator?
• What is the best online translation certificate program?
• What is the fastest way to become a certified translator online?

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