What Are We Really Testing in a Translation Test?｜Elite Translation Insights

Before kicking off a translation project, it’s common for clients to ask:
“Could you do a short test translation first?”
This is what we call a translation test—and at Elite Translation, we take it seriously.

But what exactly does a translation test assess?

For clients, it’s about evaluating language accuracy, domain knowledge, tone, and consistency.
For us, it’s more than just showcasing quality—it’s a way to understand your expectations, communication style, and terminology preferences from the very beginning.

How We Approach Test Translations at Elite Translation:

We apply the same level of care to test pieces as we do to full projects:

• Linguists matched by subject-matter expertise

• Native-level editing and internal QA, even for short samples

• Clear notes explaining key terminology and style choices

We believe a strong partnership starts with a strong first impression—even if it's just 200 words.

Thinking of working with us?

Feel free to send over a test sample. We’ll deliver a professionally polished piece on time, giving you full confidence in our capabilities before you commit.

Elite Translation — precision in every word, partnership in every project.

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