Foreigners who have mastered the Portuguese language and provide professional Portuguese translation services possess such impressive language skills that nobody would suspect that they are not native speakers. Sometimes they are even better than native speakers from Portugal or Brazil because they rely on the rules of grammar rather than their ear to write properly. Although Spanish and Portuguese share some similarities, native Spanish speakers still face some challenges in learning the Portuguese language. The problems are so serious that some schools in the United State, such as Harvard and University of Chicago, have introduced Portuguese language courses specifically designed for native Spanish speakers.
Other schools around the country are considering similar programs. A translator whose mother tongue is Spanish but has been trained to offer professional Portuguese translation has already overcome his weaknesses. However, the ones who are still in the process of perfecting their Portuguese translation skills will probably benefit from such classes. In an interview with Language Magazine representatives from Brazilian language schools pointed to the challenges that Spanish-speakers have to overcome to master the Portuguese language. Professors modify their approach when they teach the language to Spanish speakers because they usually have trouble with Portuguese pronunciation, gender, and articles. They have noticed that beginners often come up with a combination of both languages called “Portunhol” to express themselves.
California Center for Translation & Interpretation deals with a lot of clients who are looking for certified or non-certified Portuguese translations. Our Portuguese translators are trained in the field of translation and exhibit excellence in their works. They do not combine Portuguese with related languages when they are asked to provide interpretation services in person. Whether you are looking for academic translation services for a document or a technical manual makes no difference. Our translators will provide Portuguese translation services that are professionally done and read smoothly to a native speaker. Even if they speak Spanish they do not mix the languages together or use incorrect grammar in their writing. When they are asked for professional Portuguese translation for a document, they will analyze the text and meticulously translate it into the target language. If you are seeking professional translation for Portuguese, please speak with an agent about the details of your project. We look forward to reviewing your documents and providing a quote. Once you have placed your order a Portuguese translator will start translating your document. Please let us know when your deadline is so that we can pass on the information to our translator.
