Chinese Translation: The Importance of Localization

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Like two sides of a coin, culture and language are deeply connected to each other. Therefore, localization is key to seamless Chinese translation.

Why is localization in Chinese translation so crucial? Read on to find out.

Current demand for Chinese translation

Chinese continues to strengthen its position as one of the most widely spoken languages worldwide.

The demand for Chinese translation has accordingly become indispensable in various fields.

Entertainment

China’s entertainment industry holds significant influence. Movies, music and video games have all taken the world by storm while being effective tools for promoting Chinese culture.

Cultural values have always been a rich resource for Chinese filmmakers. Chinese cinema has left global audiences in awe with its unique cultural elements.

This is the development path of Chinese culture that reaches international status today. They are “using the past to serve the present,” eliminating what is no longer relevant, and preserving the essentials.

The “Tell China’s Story” campaign is carried out in various fields, including entertainment. Therefore, translating marketing materials is vital for reaching global audience.

Industrial Manufacturing

China has made remarkable strides in this field. The “Made in China 2025” policy has transformed the multi-billion dollar industry. China boasts the most advanced manufacturing facilities in the world. 

As the “workshop of the world,” China holds a competitive edge on the global stage. Manufacturing companies in China have lead in the export market share.

Most manufacturing companies in Asia are concentrated in China, reinforcing its position as the economic hub of the region.

Therefore, translating technical documents is essential to introduce “Made in China” products to the world.

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Technology

China is a key player in the global race for future dominance, particularly in technologies, defense, and artificial intelligence.”

Prominent electronic companies include:

  1. Xiaomi
  2. Huawei
  3. Oppo
  4. Lenovo

These brands rapidly gained the largest market share with:

  1. ● High-quality products
  2. ● Advanced technology integration
  3. ● Competitive pricing

Technology transfer involves translating specialized technical documents. Therefore, the field of technology has a high demand for Chinese translation.

Travel

China is a top destination for foreign tourists, home to famous landmarks such as:

  1. ● The Forbidden City
  2. ● The 13 Ming Tombs
  3. ● The Fenghuang (Phoenix) Ancient Town

International tourist arrivals in China peaked at an impressive 145.3 million in 2019. This is thanks to the focus on creatively promoting the image of the country.

Recently, cultural and tourism authorities in various provinces have launched short videos to promote their unique tourism resources. These videos have gone viral on social media, with hundreds of millions of views.

For example, in 2022, the Sichuan Provincial Department of Culture has:

  1. ● Over 110 videos with the theme “Cultural tourism directors introducing local cultural and tourism resources
  2. ● Over 350 million views across social media platforms

Tourism promotion is constantly evolving to meet market trends. As a result, Chinese translation in tourism requires translators to have a deep understanding of Chinese culture. They also need creativity and innovation to align with market preferences.

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Rate of Chinese Language Translation

The rate of a Chinese translation project varies depending on several factors:

  1. ● Length: Measured in characters or pages in source documents.
  2. ● Complexity: Specialized expertise increases cost.
  3. ● Language Pair: Less commonly spoken languages typically have higher rates.
  4. ● Traditional Chinese characters. Higher rates due to the limited number of skilled linguists.
  5. ● Other requirements: Urgent turnaround, interpretation, voice overs and subtitling may incur additional charges.

For an accurate price estimate, it’s best to discuss project details with the translation agency to ensure quality and avoid hidden fees.

Thao & Co. always conducts an in-depth project assessment to provide a detailed quote. Hence, you can rest assured of the quality and pricing of translation services at Thao & Co.

Where to find high-quality Chinese language translation services?

Thao & Co. professional Translation and Localization Services

Chinese translation plays a key role in market expansion strategies, making the choice of a professional translation agency a top priority.

A high-quality Chinese translation agency should meet these criteria:

  1. ● Translator expertise
  2. ● Efficient translation processes
  3. ● Advanced translation technology
  4. ● Experience with similar projects

At Thao & Co., we ensure high-quality translations performed by experienced native linguists. We also leverage a systematic approach and cutting-edge translation technology.

Our services also include:

  1. ● Interpretation
  2. ● Voice overs
  3. ● App, Website, Game Localization
  4. ● Translation & Proofreading

For top-tier translation services, visit our Get a Quote page or explore more at Thaonco.!

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