MT and NMT post-editing

Translation technology has come a long way and processing content can be aided by special software, thus making the process easier for both clients and translators. Still, humans are in charge of post-editing and adding final touches. Simpler texts with repetitive style and structure are more suitable for translation using the help of specialized software.

At European Language Experts, we understand the benefits of combining human expertise with the power of machine translation tools (MT) and neural machine translation technology (NMT). The rapid development of both MT and NMT allows us to offer the ultimate post-editing service.
 

Post-editing is possible thanks to MT and NMT technology. The final product is a translation generated by specialized software and later reviewed and corrected by a human translator. Similar to most of our other services, there are several types of post-editing we offer, and all of them use the combined force of machine translations and human linguistic skills:
 

• Mild post-editing is suitable for texts that will never be published or shared externally. The service includes removing basic mistakes and clarity of the content. It also leaves no room for mistranslation;
• Full post-editing guarantees an immaculate result. Our professional translators incorporate specific terminology if needed and adapt the translated content to every client need.

The introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) paved the way for advanced MT tools capable of translating thousands of messages in a matter of minutes. Better yet, it enables machine learning technology used for translations in multiple languages, such as the plugins and apps used in some web browsers and platforms. Our agency welcomes such solutions, as they are the gateway to vast new opportunities. We are betting on its further development.

Machine learning refers to a computer’s ability to create and observe predictions and patterns based on the translations made so far. It later uses its content library when information and data need to be processed, or, in our case, translated.

We use MT tools that effectively predict a translation model based on a plethora of parameters. The finished translation is then checked for accuracy by a translator and later used for further improvement of the MT algorithm. Part of the MT translations we create rely on built-in linguistic rules to process content, thus we can effectively use rich grammar and technology lists for every translation. Other MT tools use statistical models but such software needs a respectable volume of bilingual content as a database to function properly. Given the substantial differences between the two engines, each one is chosen based on the languages and the type of content every project requires.
 

Neural Machine Translation is the technology enabling translation software to incorporate a trial-and-error method as a way of training itself to perform better. NMT’s potential is undeniable and it is already capable of improving most translations by shaping them similarly to the way a human translator would. This is why we use NMT for every project we think it would be suitable for. Here are the benefits:
 

• Enhanced productivity: NMT reduces translation times, meaning the finished product will be ready to use much sooner than usual;
• Reduced costs: Due to the higher productivity, NMT is related to lower translation rates;
• Consistent result: Unlike the need of blending multiple linguistic experts’ work on a high-volume project, NMT delivers the ultimate consistency in terms of tone and style.

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