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What Factors Influence Translation Pricing?
— Understanding what you're paying for helps you make smarter decisions.
When requesting a translation quote, you might find that prices vary significantly between providers—even for the same document. So, what exactly determines the cost of translation?
This article outlines the key factors that affect translation pricing, helping you assess whether a quote is reasonable and which services match your needs.
✅ 1. Language Pair and Market Scarcity
Translation cost depends heavily on how common or rare the language is:
Language Type | Price Trend |
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Common Languages | English, Japanese, French, German, Russian |
Less Common | Spanish, Arabic, Portuguese, Italian |
Rare Languages | Danish, Dutch, Czech, Swahili, Urdu, etc. |
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