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FAQs
Why can’t you give me quote
for my translation request without seeing the document?
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linguist with expertise in the subject matter of the text, a grammarian or
editor, and a proofreader. The team reviews the text to determine the
technical nature of the text, the length of time that the text will require
to complete, the man hours required of the office staff and then adds time
for desktop publishing and
certification, as required. None of these tasks can be
accurately addressed without seeing the actual document.
Why can’t my translation be done immediately?
IBT typically requires 7-10 working days to complete a
translation at a
regular charge without rush fees adding to the cost. Many times the work may
be completed earlier than the 7-10 working days quoted, and when that occurs
your translation is delivered to you upon completion. If you have a more
urgent need, please let us know. A member of the IBT staff will discuss your
options with you, as IBT will make every effort to accommodate your
deadline.
What’s the easiest way to learn a foreign language?
Unfortunately, there is no magic pill or potion or specific cassette tape or
video that will make you an overnight foreign language speaker. Twenty (20)
hours of instruction in our language classes will enable you to speak and
understand some basics of the language.
How long will it take for me to be a fluent speaker if I take your
classes?
 This depends to a great extent on your willingness to devote study time
outside the class—whether
private, semi-private or
group—as well as your
ability to learn, assimilate and absorb the language skills taught. On the
average, a student may expect 60 hours of instruction in our
language
classes along with similar hours outside the classroom to achieve a higher
level of speaking and comprehension—not fluent, but advanced.
How do I schedule a speaker from IBT to address my group?
Click here to send an e-mail request to IBT. As part of IBT’s philanthropic
endeavors, our staff enjoys talking to you about
translation,
interpretation, businesses in Indiana, women in business, and foreign
language educational issues.
Foreign Language Phrases
D=Dutch, F=French, G=German, I=Italian, P=Portuguese, Sp=Spanish, Sw=Swedish
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Hello
D: Goede dag, Hallo
F: Bonjour
G: Hallo
I: Ciao
P: Olá
Sp: Hola
Sw: Hej
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Do you speak English?
D: Spreekt u Engels?
F: Parlez-vous anglais?
G: Sprechen Sie Englisch?
I: Parla Inglese?
P: Você fala ingles?
Sp: ¿Habla Ud. inglés?
Sw: Talar ni Engelska?
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Goodbye
D: Tot ziens
F: Au revoir
G: Auf Wiedersehen
I: Arrivederci
P: Adeus
Sp: Adios
Sw: Adjö
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Where is the bathroom?
D: Waar is het toilet?
F: Où sont les toilettes?
G: Wo ist die Toilette?
I: Dove é il bagno?
P: Onde é quarto de banho?
Sp: ¿Dónde está el baño?
Sw: Var är toaletten?
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Yes
D: Ja
F: Oui
G: Ja
I: Sì
P: Sim
Sp: Sí
Sw: Ja
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No smoking!
D: Rauchen verboten
G: Rauchen verboten
F: Défense de fumer
I: Vietato Fumare
P: Proibido Fumar
Sp: Se prohibe fumar
Sw: Rökning förbjuden
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No
D: Nee
F: Non
G: Nein
I: No
P: Não
Sp: No
Sw: Nej
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Welcome
D: Welkom
F: Bienvenue
G: Wilkommen
I: Benvenuto, a (Bienvenuti-group)
P: Seja Bem-vindo, a (os, as)
Sp: Bienvenido, a (os, as)
Sw: Välkommen
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Thank you
D: Dank u
F: Merci
G: Danke
I: Grazie
P: Obrigado
Sp: Gracias
Sw: Tack
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I love you
D: Ik hou van jou
F: Je t'aime
G: Ich liebe dich
I: Ti amo
P: Eu te amo
Sp: Te amo
Sw: Jag älskar dig
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What is your name?
D: Hoe heet je?
F: Comment vous appelez-vous?
G: Wie heißen Sie?
I: Come si chiama?
P: Como é que se chama?
Sp: ¿Cómo se llama Usted?
Sw: Vad heter du?
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Merry Christmas
D: Dutch - Vrolijk Kerstfeest
F: Joyeux Noël
G: Frohe Weihnachten
I: Buon Natale
P: Christmas Alegre
Sp: Feliz Navidad
Sw: God Jul
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Nice to meet you
D: Leuk je te ontmoeten.
F: Enchanté de faire votre connaissance
G: Sehr erfreut.
I: Felice di conoscerti.
P: Muito gosto.
Sp: Mucho gusto.
Sw: Trevligt att råkas.
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Happy New Year
D: Gelukkig Nieuwjaar
F: Nouvelle Année Heureuse
G: Glückliches Neues Jahr
I: Nuovo Anno Felice
P: Ano Novo Feliz
Sp: Feliz Año Nuevo
Sw: Gott Nytt År
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I do not understand.
D: Ik weet het niet.
F: Je ne comprends pas.
G: Ich verstehe nicht.
I: Non capisco.
P: Não percebo.
Sp: No entiendo.
Sw: Jag försår inte. |
Happy Birthday
D: Gefeliciteerd
F: Joyeux Anniversaire
G: Alles Gute zum Geburtstag
I: Buon Compleanno
P: Feliz aniversario
Sp: Feliz Cumpleaños
Sw: Grattis på födelsedagen! |
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