SIMULTANEOUS Interpretation:

This is most common during conferences, where the interpreter is listening to the speaker's message, and at the same time interpreting (via a transmitter) for the listener (who wears a headset).

• Best done with the use of interpreting equipment, especially when there is more than one person needing to understand the speaker.

• Examples: Conferences and meetings, church events, worksite tours, any time there is a group

• Our quote for services includes equipment rental.

 

CONSECUTIVE Interpretation:

• The interpreter speaks (interprets) after the first person finishes speaking their message.

• Turn-taking, with the interpreter providing equivalents orally for what each speaker says, but not at the same time.

• Requires no equipment, and is most commonly performed at depositions, medical appointments, over-the-phone, etc.