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What Is The Average Cost Of Translation And Interpretation Services? So have you ever wondered what goes into the fees that translators and interpreters charge to facilitate clear communication? What exactly is the average cost of professional translations and interpretations? How much should my translation or interpretation cost? What does the job description entail? A very common misconception about translation and interpretation is that the average translator and interpreter provides a service for an x amount of words or hours for a job. So many people calculate it this way, for example a translation, $300 divided by 800 words = $.375 per word, but this is where the misconception starts. There are so many factors that go into a professional translator's and interpreter's fees. Here's a breakdown of what a professional might spend additional time on for just one job: Translator Preparation for client consultation-meeting Meeting with client (in