Can’t you just use Google Translate or ChatGPT when translating texts? Many companies ask themselves that very question. It seems fast, cheap – and often “good enough”.
\nBut according to Diane and Erik from OnLine Translation, it’s a dangerous shortcut that can be costly – both in credibility, legal errors and lost impact in communication.
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ChatGPT and Google Translate can give you a quick result. But they struggle to handle context, technical language and tone of voice. This means that even small errors can change the meaning – and in the worst case, lead to serious misunderstandings.
\nOne example is from Randers Municipality, where Google Translate was used in a case of forced removal of children. The result went completely wrong – with major human consequences. <\/p>\n
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\nA professional translator doesn’t translate sentence by sentence. They capture the message, nuances and mood of the text – and recreate it in the target language. This is often where the difference between “good enough” and “just right” becomes clear. <\/p>\n
Machines can be useful for internal texts, research or inspiration – especially when you’re working in your native language and can correct afterwards. But when it comes to important texts for customers, business partners or legal bodies, you should always use a professional translator. <\/p>\n
We actually let ChatGPT answer that question itself – and it admits:
\n*”When it comes to critical texts (contracts, medicine, marketing, courts, etc.), a professional translator should always step in.
\nIf it’s internal documents, research or inspiration, I can be a great help – often with high enough quality for the purpose.
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\nIn short: I can provide a strong starting point and save you time and money. But if you don’t want to take any risks – it’s still people you need to bet on.”*
\nSo the question is: Do you want to take the risk – or do you want to make sure your message hits the mark?
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