Top 5 most precise Korean language translator apps

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With the help of Korean language translator apps, you can now learn and understand the language with ease. Limitations aside, they are a powerful reference source for language learners and translators.

Google Translate: a powerful Korean translator app with transcription

Google Translate can translate more than 100 languages, including English, into Korean in mere seconds. Besides text, it also supports voice and image translation and provides automatic pronunciation and transcription.

It’s easy to get started:

📲 On your phone

  1. Step 1: Download Google Translate from Google Play or Apple App Store.
  2. Step 2: Select your language pair: English to Korean or vice versa.
  3. Step 3: Type in some text, upload an image, or speak to your phone after selecting a mode of translation. The result should appear after a few seconds.
  4. Step 4: Tap on the speaker icon under the translation to hear how it sounds.

🖥️ On your laptop/PC

  1. Step 1: Visit Google Translate at translate.google.com.
  2. Step 2: Select your language pair: English to Korean or vice versa.
  3. Step 3: Type in some text, upload an image or document, speak into your mic, or
    even translate a website with the web version of Google Translate. The
    translation should appear after a few seconds.
  4. Step 4: Check the pronunciation by clicking the speaker icon below the translation.

5 free, online Korean language translator apps

Looking for apps that perform best in Korean translation? Check out our recommendations below:

#1 Papago – The most popular Korean translator app

Papago is a leading Korean translator developed by Naver, a South Korea-based technology firm. Its translation technology has recently been supercharged by AI.

  1. + Audio translation
  2. + Text translation
  3. + Image translation

Papago is highly popular thanks to the built-in Korean pronunciation feature and user-friendly interface.

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#2 Naver Dictionary – The authoritative reference source for learners of Korean

As a dictionary with built-in translation functions, the app provides Korean to English translations with absolute accuracy. Type in a sentence and Naver Dictionary will break it down into individual words with examples and pronunciation. You can also see the most suitable translation within the app.

#3 Waygo – A top choice for image translation

Waygo is an advanced translation tool that supports image translation to and from Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English, and more. It also supports offline translation and allows users to store and share previous translations.

#4 QTranslate – A convenient solution for fast translation on PC

QTranslate can provide translations within compatible apps and websites, including:

  1. + Microsoft Outlook,
  2. + Microsoft Word,
  3. + Google Chrome,
  4. + Skype,
  5. etc.

The app also supports looking up individual words, checking spelling errors and converting text to audio.

#5 Microsoft Translator – Your travel companion

Microsoft Translator can translate not only English to Korean and vice versa, but also to more than 70 other languages quickly. With smart translation technology, the app can detect source languages with high accuracy, supporting your language learning journey or facilitating translation tasks.

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Are Korean language translator apps accurate?

Korean translator apps are highly rated for their speed and convenience; however, they cannot guarantee absolute accuracy. Automated translation apps in general:

  1. ⛓️‍💥 Cannot accurately translate all industry-specific terms, slang words, and colloquial expressions.
  2. ⛓️‍💥 Lack the consideration for contexts and cultural nuances, resulting in unnatural word-by-word translations.
  3. ⛓️‍💥 May generate translations with awkward word choices that prevent readability.

Automated translation apps also fall short in terms of data security. Some apps may deliver your translation through unencrypted channels, posing risks of unauthorized disclosure of your important and confidential documents.

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Should I look for professional human translators and interpreters in Korean?

After all, AI translation tools cannot replace professional translators and interpreters. It’s highly recommended to contact a professional linguist when:

  1. 🎯 Your documents require high accuracy and proper formatting
  2. 🎯 Your documents will be used in administrative or legal procedures
  3. 🎯 Your documents are highly specialized
  4. 🎯 Your documents require transcreation

Thao & Co. prides itself as an esteemed language service provider specializing in Korean translation. Our seasoned linguists have Bachelor’s Degrees in Korean studies and TOPIK certificates of level 5 or higher.

Besides a strong linguistic background, our linguists possess an in-depth understanding of Korean culture, enabling them to deliver translations that sound natural and resonate with the local audience. With our streamlined workflow, you are guaranteed high translation quality with swift turnarounds.

With Thao & Co.’s proprietary platform for translation management, you also gain access to our secure document exchange and progress tracking features, all with the peace of mind that comes with increased confidentiality.

Interested in our Korean translation and interpretation services? Contact us today via our Get a Quote form to receive your prompt and detailed consultation!

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