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11. Other Specialized Translations

Characteristics: -Highly personalized. -Requires prior research and detailed knowledge of the subject.

Specialized Documents: Patents, résumés, unique technical reports.ubtópico

10. Multimedia Material Translation

Examples: Series, movies, mobile applications.

Characteristics: Requires synchronization and cultural context.

Media Translation: Subtitles, dubbing, voice-over.

Localization: Adaptation of software, video games, websites.

9. Specialized Translations by Destination or Channel

Editorial: Books, guides, educational manuals.

Institutional: Documents for official organizations (United Nations, governments).

Internet: Online content translations, rapid adaptations.

Community: Facilitates relationships among multilingual communities (hospitals, schools).

Legal: Translations for courts, sworn legal documents.

8. Advertising and Marketing Translation

Characteristics: -Cultural adaptation to generate impact. -Includes localization of video games and websites.

Documents: Advertising campaigns, promotional content.

7. Information Technology (IT) Translation

Examples: Translation of user interfaces, technical guides.

Characteristics: -Constant innovation in terminology.

Fields: Hardware, software, networks, technical manuals.

6. Scientific Translation

Characteristics: -Dominated by English in publications. -Specialization in specific knowledge areas.

Documents: Research articles, theses, presentations.

5. Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Translation

Characteristics: -High precision and rigor. -Involvement of medical specialists.

Documents: Medical protocols, clinical reports, drug leaflets.

4. Legal Translation

Characteristics: -Requires legal expertise. -Precise and faithful to the original. -Frequent collaboration with lawyers.

Documents: Contracts, laws, regulations, court rulings.

3. Financial Translation

Examples: Annual reports, investment analyses.

Characteristics: Influenced by globalization.

Fields: Stock markets, financial reports, banking documents.

2. Commercial Translation

Characteristics: -Focused on business and international trade. -Frequent use of financial and legal terminology.

Documents: Contracts, invoices, transportation agreements.

1. Technical Translation

Examples: User manuals, technical specifications.

Characteristics: -Use of specific terminology. -Requires technical knowledge.

Fields: Engineering, mechanics, telecommunications, biomedicine.