Translation from or into German

Today, there is a high demand for both oral and written translation from German to Ukrainian (English, Russian) and vice versa. This can be explained by several reasons: close economic ties between our country and Germany, migration processes, geographical proximity, and other consequences of globalization. Additionally, factors such as the development of literary activities, student exchange programs, and labor migration contribute to making the services of German language translators professional and relevant in Ukraine.

German translation services in Kyiv

«AventA» translation company in Kyiv provides translation services from German to Ukrainian (English, Russian) and vice versa for various official and personal documents: passports, certificates, contracts, driver’s licenses, employment records, diplomas, etc.

If your company is planning to expand into the German market and you require translation services, including native speaker translations, it’s essential to consider certain aspects of the German language and culture. Here are some insights to help you understand German business attitudes and the specifics of the German language.

German language popularity

German is an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic subgroup. It is spoken by over 100 million people, making it one of the most widespread languages in the European Union. In Europe, it is the official language in Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, and other countries. It is also spoken in Denmark, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia, although it does not have official status there. In Africa, German is spoken in Namibia, Togo, South Africa, and Tanzania. German is spoken in both North and South America as well. It follows from the above that translations from German can provide you access to the markets of all these countries.

Features of German orthography

German orthography correlates well with pronunciation and is not particularly complex. However, difficulties may arise due to significant regional differences. The main orthographic complexities of the German language are as follows:

• Foreign words are usually written with the preservation of their original spelling, however, a recent spelling reform insists on Germanizing borrowed words.
• The letters а and е in certain cases represent one sound, the pronunciation of which may vary.
• There is a difference between single and double consonants, which, in some words, does not affect the length of the vowel.
• Using capital letters may present difficulties.

German orthography reform

To overcome these difficulties, Germany, Switzerland, and Austria decided to conduct an orthographic reform. It was implemented from 1998 to 2005. The main changes were as follows:

1. Alignment of words derived from the same root;
2. Use of single consonants after long vowels and diphthongs;
3. Systematization of capitalization rules for nouns;
4. Simplification of punctuation and comma usage;
5. Adaptation of spelling for terms borrowed from Greek.

German pronunciation specifics

Unlike English, classical German pronunciation is relatively straightforward, correlating closely with its written form and having only a few exceptions. Most vowels are pronounced clearly. Difficulties may arise from the fact that German grammar is much more complex than English. Therefore, it’s better to turn to a reputable translation agency.

Translation cost to/from German

Prices may vary depending on the number of pages, subject matter, urgency of the translation, and are determined within the scope of each specific order. Please inquire about rates through our phone numbers and other communication channels.