Post-editing: machine translation revised by a native linguist
A professional machine translation engine produces a first draft of your book in Spanish. A native linguist from Spain then revises every sentence against your original to fix meaning, terminology, style and flow. €0.035 per word, half the price of full human translation.
What’s included?
- A first draft with a professional machine translation tool
- Full revision, word by word, against your original
- Spanish punctuation and typography conventions applied
- Two rounds of adjustments after delivery
- Confidential handling, with an NDA on request
Is it right for my book?
A good fit for
- Non-fiction, guides and how-to books
- Business, self-help and educational texts
- Projects with a tighter budget
Consider instead
- Full human translation for fiction or any text where voice is everything
- Proofreading if your text is already in Spanish
How much does it cost and how long does it take?
€0.035 per word of your original text, VAT not included. Minimum order €60. Turnaround at about 2,500 words per working day.
| Words | Price | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|
| 50,000 | €1,750 + VAT | ≈ 20 working days |
| 80,000 | €2,800 + VAT | ≈ 32 working days |
| 100,000 | €3,500 + VAT | ≈ 40 working days |
Questions about this service
Will it sound machine-translated?
The linguist revises every sentence for meaning, terminology and flow, so the text reads naturally in Spanish. For fiction, where voice is everything, we recommend full human translation.
Does my text go through a machine translation tool?
Yes, through a professional tool, as a first draft. If you prefer your text never goes through any tool, choose human translation.
Can I see the quality before paying?
Yes. Your first 1,000 words are post-edited free of charge, with no commitment.
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Try it with your own text.
Your first 1,000 words, free, with a fixed quote and a delivery date.