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    This document discusses simultaneous interpretation. It begins by listing the main topics to be covered, which include defining a simultaneous interpreter, when they are needed, the number of interpreters required, and advantages and disadvantages. It then defines simultaneous interpretation as interpreting another language simultaneously without interruption. It states simultaneous interpreters are needed when attendees do not understand the speaker's language. Interpretation is complex, sometimes requiring multiple interpreters, and there are different types like whispering and court interpreters. Advantages include no interruptions and efficient use of time, while disadvantages include specialized equipment costs and potential damage to credibility if not done well. An exercise is provided asking questions to practice interpretation skills.

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    This document discusses simultaneous interpretation. It begins by listing the main topics to be covered, which include defining a simultaneous interpreter, when they are needed, the number of interpreters required, and advantages and disadvantages. It then defines simultaneous interpretation as interpreting another language simultaneously without interruption. It states simultaneous interpreters are needed when attendees do not understand the speaker's language. Interpretation is complex, sometimes requiring multiple interpreters, and there are different types like whispering and court interpreters. Advantages include no interruptions and efficient use of time, while disadvantages include specialized equipment costs and potential damage to credibility if not done well. An exercise is provided asking questions to practice interpretation skills.

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    Simultaneous interpreters

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    Ciubotariu Corina Deak Marta Olariu Loredana Page 1

    Main topics to discuss


    What is a simultaneous interpreter? When do you need a simultaneous interpreter? Number of interpreters needed Are there different kinds of simultaneous interpreters? Advantages and disadvantages Exercise.
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    What is a simultaneous interpreter?


    Is someone who interprets for someone in another language, while the speaker

    speaks without intreruption. Simultaneous


    interpreting is one of the most common kind of interpreting, but also the most difficult.

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    When do you nead a simultaneous interpreter?


    You need a simultaneous interpreter when at least one person attenting your event

    cannot understand what the speaker is saying


    due to the fact that he speaks a different language and there is no time or opportunity to let the speaker pause regularly.

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    Number of interpreters needed?


    Interpretation is really a very complex process ,one that only few interpreters can handle well. A speaker is speaking, and that speaker does not stop or pause. These are cases when you

    need only one interpreter but there are cases


    when you need an extra interpreter.

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    Are there different kinds of simultaneous interpreters?


    Although the principle is the same in all cases, there are even different names for different kinds of simultaneous interpreters. Whispering interpreters; Conversation interpreters; Court interpreters.

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    Advantages
    No interruptions Most efficient use of time When done well it is almost invisible Ideal in large meetings when only a small number of attendees do not speak English Essential when multiple languages will be spoken at the same meeting

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    Disadvantages
    It needs sophisticated specialized equipment High skill levels and preparation on the part of the interpreters Project management Damage to the credibility of the meeting Higher costs

    The listener only hears the speech in one language

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    Exercise
    1. Listen and Interpret! 2. Free speech and Interpretation! What did you eat this morning? What is your favorite movie and why? Why do you like living in Brasov? Where would you like to travel if I would pay for your trip?

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    Thank you!
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