Translation
An experienced human translator produces the target-language text, taking account of meaning, context, terminology and tone.
TP Translations
Translation Proofreading and Quality Review
HUMAN TRANSLATION · QUALITY ASSURANCE
Translation Proofreading & Quality Review
A careful human review of translated content for accuracy, meaning, terminology, tone, grammar and consistency—matched to the purpose and audience of your document, audio or video project.
Translation, proofreading and review are different stages
Proofreading
A language professional checks spelling, grammar, punctuation, formatting, consistency and readability in the target text.
Quality review
The source and target are compared to identify omissions, additions, mistranslations, terminology issues and loss of meaning.
Our quality review process
Project brief
We confirm the language pair, audience, purpose, deadline, format, terminology and whether the translation is for publication, research, legal or internal use.
Appropriate linguist
The work is matched with a human translator or reviewer with the relevant language ability and suitable subject experience.
Source comparison
The reviewer checks that the target text reflects the source and that nothing material has been omitted, added or altered.
Terminology and consistency
Names, technical terms, repeated phrases, headings, figures and defined terms are checked across the material.
Language and presentation
Grammar, spelling, punctuation, register, readability and formatting are reviewed for the intended audience.
Queries and delivery
Material uncertainties are raised rather than silently guessed. The reviewed file is returned in the agreed format.
What we check
- Accuracy of meaning
- Omissions and unsupported additions
- Names, dates, numbers and references
- Technical and sector terminology
- Consistency across files
- Grammar, spelling and punctuation
- Tone, register and audience
- Headings and document structure
- Captions, tables and labels
- Formatting against the source
- Client glossaries and style guides
- Queries requiring client clarification
When an independent review is particularly useful
Independent review is valuable for academic publication, participant-facing research material, legal or regulatory documents, public information, high-value business content, multilingual surveys and any project where small changes in meaning could matter.
Human-led service: our work is carried out by experienced human translators who understand context, tone and terminology. If you already have a translation, we can quote for proofreading or a source-to-target quality review without retranslating it unnecessarily.
What to send for a quote
- The source file and existing translation, if one has already been produced.
- The source and target languages, including any regional variant required.
- The intended audience and purpose of the material.
- Your deadline and preferred return format.
- Any glossary, style guide, reference translation or required terminology.
- Any confidentiality, data-protection or procurement requirements.
Request a proofreading or quality-review quote
Send the files and a short project brief. We will review the material and confirm the recommended service, timescale and price.