Translating Business Tools
Welcome to the directory of the best language translation tools and multilingual dictionaries. Translators spend a great deal of time researching related topics, looking up words in dictionaries, and searching for terminology. This translation tools directory lists translation tools, multilanguage dictionaries, CATs, localization platforms, content editing software, translation forums, and communities.
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Translator Tools
DeepL Translator
DeepL Translator is a Germany-based AI-powered translation service.
Pricing: Free, Starter $8.74/user/mo, Advanced $28.74/user/mo, Ultimate $57.49/user/mo,
sales deepl.com
Google Translate
Google’s complimentary online language translation service can translate text, documents, and web pages. However, it could be better, so review it to correct errors.
Pricing: Free
translate.google.com
Microsoft Bing Translator
Bing is a free online language translation service provided by Microsoft Machine Translation. Pricing: Free
Bing.com
Reverso
Reverso is a hi-tech translation and word conjugation, including audio pronunciations.
Pricing: Free, Premium Annual 6.49 EUR / month (Monthly 9.99 EUR / month)
reverso.net
Systran
Use Systran to translate across 50 languages using AI technology.
Pricing: Pro Lite $15.49/user/mo, Or Plus $34.99/user/mo, Pro Premium & Pro Speech Contact Sales. All pricing can be billed annually – Monthly Lite is $21.99 & Monthly Plus is $44.99.
systransoft.com
Translation Dictionaries
Wiktionary
Wiktionary is a collaborative, multilingual online dictionary providing definitions, etymologies, pronunciations, translations, and more linguistic information for words in numerous languages. Pricing: Free
Wiktionary.org
LingvoLive
LingvoLive is an all-inclusive language learning platform, including interactive lessons, live tutoring, and personalized paths to improving communication skills globally.
Pricing: Free
Lingvolive.com
Bab.la
Bab.la includes dictionaries, conjugation tables, and multilingual phrases.
Pricing: Free
Bab.la
Cambridge Dictionaries
Multilingual dictionary with translations powered by K Dictionaries lexical data.
Pricing: Free
dictionary.cambridge.org
Dict.cc
English-German multilingual dictionary. This includes user-submitted translations, which users can give back by sharing themselves.
Pricing: Free
Dict.cc
Glosbe
Multilingual dictionary built around context translations provided by user-generated translations.
Pricing: Free to use
glosbe.com
Larousse (French)
Bilingual French dictionary and translation service.
Pricing: Free if you accept data sharing, otherwise Subscribe 0.99€
larousse.fr
Linguee
A bilingual dictionary that provides accurate contextual word matches.
Pricing: Free
linguee.com
WordReference.com
A bilingual dictionary that provides definitions and translations for multiple languages.
Pricing: Free
WordReference.com
Translation CAT Tools
Why use CAT Tools and Which CAT Tools to Use
SDL Trados Studio
SDL Trados can increase your likelihood of getting additional projects and broaden your client portfolio. It offers advanced translation memory technology, enabling you to utilize your past translations effortlessly. A standout feature of SDL Trados is its user-friendly cloud-based terminology management system, which facilitates the sharing, importing, and exporting of termbases with Excel, and the GroupShare function provides real-time access and live updates, ensuring a seamless workflow and boosting your team’s efficiency. Pricing: Trados Studio has two options from $408 to $1,500. A free trial of Trados Studio is also available.
Trados.com/product/studio/
MemoQ
MemoQ delivers customized features, including project tracking, flexible workflows, automatic quality checks, advanced reporting, and more. Translation agencies can use MemoQ to increase translators’ productivity through a collaborative translation environment, which enhances translation processes. The platform has an intuitive interface, robust terminology management, and rapid spell-checking capabilities.
Pricing: Memoq|TMS Cloud fFrom €185 / month, Memoq|TMS Cloud+ from €415 / month, Memoq|TMS Private Cloud from €505 / month
MemoQ.com
Memsource (Now Called Phrase)
Memsource is a cloud-based translation solution that uses AI to reduce translation costs. By combining traditional translation technology with AI, Memsource can automatically identify content suitable for automatic translation before human translators begin their work. This approach enhances the quality and speed of translations while lowering expenses. Memsource includes its platform’s translation memory and terminology management features like other CAT tools.
Pricing: Direct Plans: Starter $135/mo, Team $1045/mo, Business $4395/mo, Enterprise Custom pricing (annual billing for all options)
Freelancer and LSP plans: Freelancer: $27/mo; Professional: $875/mo; Business: custom pricing; Enterprise: custom pricing.
Phrase.com
CafeTran Espresso
CafeTran Espresso is a unique, free CAT tool with powerful features like MT integration, one-click text replacement, smart autocompletion, and a customizable interface. The free version provides lifetime access and allows you to work with TM files up to 1000 TUs and glossaries with up to 500 terms.
Pricing: CafeTran Espresso complete purchase (one-time fee) € 200 / CafeTran Espresso yearly subscription € 80 / year
CafeTran.com
Content Editing Tools
Grammarly
Grammarly is an AI-powered writing assistant that helps users improve clarity, correctness, and effectiveness across various platforms and documents. I’ve been using Grammarly for a few years now. The suggestions to change are typically good, and plenty of grammar options are provided when Grammarly wants to correct your text.
Pricing: Free, Premium $12/mo, Business $15/mo (all billed annually)
Grammarly.com
LanguageTool
LanguageTool is a multilingual grammar and style checker that helps writers identify and correct text errors, from grammar and punctuation to style inconsistencies.
Pricing: LanguageTool starts at $4.99 per user per month and has two different plans: $4.99 per user per month for Individual Users and $9.49 per month for teams.
LanguageTool.org
Scribbr
Scribbr is an online platform offering academic proofreading and editing services. It specializes in helping students improve the quality and clarity of their academic papers and theses.
Pricing: Small document (up to 7,500 words) $19.95 Normal document (7,500-50,000 words) $29.95 Large document (50,000+ words) $39.95
Scribbr.com
Linguee
Linguee combines the functionality of a dictionary with a search engine, catering to a wide range of language pairs, predominantly European languages. With Linguee, you can look up the meanings and translations of individual words, idioms, expressions, or entire sentences. When you initiate a search, Linguee scans its extensive database and the web to find relevant translated documents, showcasing how others have translated similar content. This allows you to learn from millions of reliable translations and create the best possible version for your needs. Pricing: Free
Linguee.com
Microsoft Translator
A free personal translation app for more than 70 languages to translate text, voice, conversations, camera photos, and screenshots.
Pricing: You will pay $10 per million characters monthly for standard translations. Microsoft Translator charges $40 per million characters monthly for a more customized approach.
Translator.Microsoft.com
Interactive Terminology for Europe
Interactive Terminology for Europe (IATE) is the EU’s terminology database, containing nearly 8 million terms used in EU-related documents. The database is regularly updated, with new terms added weekly and outdated terms modified or removed. This ensures that the terms in IATE, available in 28 European languages, are current and reliable for your documentation needs.
Pricing: Free
iate.europa.eu/home
Magic Search
Magic Search is a multilingual metasearch engine that consolidates results from various sources, including WordReference, ProZ, Linguee, and Microsoft, with a single click.
Additionally, it allows you to customize your dictionaries by adding, removing, or reordering them according to your preferences.
MagicSearch.org
Localization Platforms
Smartling
Smartling excels in automated translation and seamless integration, allowing clients to connect their systems and manage translations within their applications. It includes CAT tools for easy access to translation memory, glossaries, style guides, and a WYSIWYG editor for real-time visual context. Additionally, its robust content management controls ensure quality and timelines.
Pricing is not on the site—it says to book a demo. It also states that Smartling’s pricing is based on the plan you need and the translations you create.
Smartling.com
Transifex
Transifex is a versatile localization platform offering numerous benefits. As a cloud-based repository, it stores all source content and translations, which are accessible anytime, eliminating the need for FTP servers, spreadsheets, or email attachments. Transifex also facilitates teamwork, management, and direct client connections, allowing you to customize workflows and ensure smooth project execution. For website, mobile app, or video localization projects, Transifex is an excellent option.
Pricing: Try free for 15 days (Annual subscription gets 2 months free) – Starter $120/mo, Growth $570/mo, Enterprise contact sales
Transifex.com
Crowdin’
Crowdin is an excellent platform for team collaboration during localization projects. This cloud-based tool enables you to create tasks, invite teammates, generate reports, and monitor workflow in real-time.
Pricing: (Annual billing gets 2 months free) Get started for free – Pro $59/mo, Team
$179/mo, Team+ forms $450/mo, Business contact sales
Crowdin.com
Translation Forums
ProZ
ProZ is one of the world’s largest forums for translators. It is fantastic for posting jobs and connecting with translators globally. The KudoZ forum on ProZ allows users to search for terminology across various fields and language pairs. It offers insightful posts and surveys from translators worldwide, providing valuable knowledge about your field and the translation industry.
Pricing: Register for free, ProZ Plus $180, ProZ Standard $120
ProZ.com
Translators Café
Translators Café is a forum for translators like ProZ but on a smaller scale. You can post, find, and bid on jobs on this platform. True to its name, it’s a place for opening discussions, sharing experiences, and seeking advice from fellow translators. However, the platform has a dated, early 2000s interface, as seen in the image below.
Pricing: Membership-based – 3 months, 1,240 points; 6 months, 2,170 points; 12 months, 3,410 points.
TranslatorsCafé.com
Translation Directory
Translation Directory offers free access to a comprehensive database of glossaries, dictionaries, software, and various resources helpful for translations. The platform does not allow translators to search for jobs directly. Instead, you can create a detailed profile, and potential clients contact you for translation jobs.
Pricing: Free to use; membership is $12/mo (paid by the year)
Translation Directory
These tools are some of the best that are available on the market. If you think of any others, please contact us to let us know what to add. For more about translating and translating businesses:
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