Interpreting
Interpreting – precise real-time communication, certified to DIN EN ISO 17100
Language is the key to successful communication – especially when it comes to international business relations, legal matters, medical consultations, or political negotiations. This is exactly where professional interpreting comes in. Unlike translation, which deals with written texts, interpreting transfers spoken language in real time from a source into a target language. It’s a task that demands outstanding linguistic skill, deep subject-matter expertise, and a keen sense of intercultural nuance.
Bohemian Dragomans® is your trusted partner for top-tier interpreting services. As a language service provider certified to DIN EN ISO 17100, we stand for clearly defined quality standards, highly qualified interpreters, and meticulous project coordination – ensuring your message is delivered exactly as intended.
What is interpreting – and why is it so demanding?
Interpreting means orally conveying spoken content from one language into another. Depending on the occasion and requirements, there are different types:
• Simultaneous interpreting: The interpretation takes place almost simultaneously with the speaker’s delivery, usually via headphones and in a booth. Ideal for international conferences, congresses, or multilingual events.
• Consecutive interpreting: Here, the interpreter speaks after the speaker has finished a section. This is often used in business negotiations, interviews, or court proceedings.
• Liaison and dialogue interpreting: A flexible form in which shorter segments are interpreted back and forth. Perfect for business meetings, contract discussions, or delegations.
• Whispered interpreting (chuchotage): The interpreter sits close to a person or small group and “whispers” the simultaneous interpretation. Suitable for situations where only a few listeners need the interpretation.
• Telephone and video interpreting: Especially popular for short-notice appointments or international discussions where on-site presence isn’t feasible. Through secure lines or dedicated video platforms, interpreting is provided flexibly and remotely – whether for medical consultations, legal hearings, or global team meetings.
Depending on the industry and context, interpreting requires far more than just language fluency. It’s about conveying content with pinpoint accuracy, stylistic finesse, and cultural sensitivity – with no time to look things up or revise.
Our promise: exceptional expertise. Genuine dedication.
At Bohemian Dragomans®, we exclusively deploy interpreters who have a solid education and many years of professional experience. Many also hold additional degrees in fields such as law, medicine, engineering, or business. This ensures that not only the language is spot on, but that sector-specific content is also rendered accurately and precisely.
Our interpreters are supported by experienced project managers who handle detailed preparation. This includes aligning on terminology, gathering background material, and organizing the technical infrastructure – whether it’s interpreting booths, headsets, video platforms, or microphone systems.
Quality with a system – according to DIN EN ISO 17100
As a certified language service provider, Bohemian Dragomans® operates under the rigorous standards of DIN EN ISO 17100, which sets out clear requirements for qualifications, workflows, and quality assurance. Although this standard was originally designed for written translation, we apply its principles just as rigorously to our interpreting services:
• Qualified professionals: All of our interpreters meet the highest standards of training and specialization.
• Documented processes: Every step, from project acceptance to follow-up, is transparently recorded.
• Specialized terminology preparation: We create and maintain tailored glossaries and briefs to ensure your terminology is consistently applied.
• Sustainable quality assurance: Feedback loops and regular reviews mean our services are constantly refined and improved.
In addition, we align with ISO 9001 principles to continuously develop our internal processes, making them even more efficient and cost-effective for our clients.
Your benefits with Bohemian Dragomans®
• Interpreters with academic backgrounds and in-depth sector expertise
• Personal project support – from consultation through to implementation
• Cutting-edge technology for simultaneous, consecutive, telephone, and video interpreting
• Strict adherence to the quality principles of DIN EN ISO 17100
• Full confidentiality and GDPR-compliant data handling – naturally, even for highly sensitive content
Conclusion: precision you can count on
Interpreting is an art – it demands linguistic brilliance, lightning-fast comprehension, and intercultural savvy. With Bohemian Dragomans®, you’re choosing a strong team of seasoned interpreters and project managers who make sure your message comes across clearly, professionally, and effectively anywhere in the world. Whether it’s international contract negotiations, medical consultations, conferences, or legal proceedings – we’re by your side.