Relay interpreting is a special type of simultaneous interpreting which is used in events with more than two languages. This method makes it possible to cover all required languages while ensuring smooth communication amongst participants, regardless of how many languages are involved.
Relay interpreting always has one main language which all interpreters have in common. Usually this is the official language of the country the event takes place in. The interpreters use it for translating from this language into all other languages involved.
A typical example: A conference takes place in Austria, so the conference language is German. The speakers’ languages are German, French, and Slovenian. If a speaker talks in French, the French booth interprets into German. The Slovenian booth switches to the German channel, in which they hear the German translation from their French colleagues and can interpret into Slovenian from their German. This ensures that all participants hear the content of the French speech in their respective languages.
Relay interpreting provides you with several decisive advantages:
A very important note for event organizers: We recommend that all speakers use their native language, if possible. This supports the work of the interpreters and helps them to translate even more accurately and with all necessary nuances.
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