Bellevue Destinations deliver Language interpretation services and simplifying of oral communication, either simultaneously or consecutively, between users of different languages. The route is described by both the words interpreting and interpretation.

Interpreting involves excellent language proficiency, the ability to quickly analyze and transfer messages between languages, and obedience to professional ethics and standards of practice. Interpreting is performed face-to-face and remotely.

3 Major Types of Interpreting

Simultaneous Interpreting
Simultaneous interpreters process and memorize the words that the source-language speaker is saying now, while simultaneously outputting in the target language the translation of words the speaker said 5-10 seconds ago. The goal for simultaneous interpreting is not to paraphrase, but to convey the exact language.

Consecutive Interpreting
During consecutive interpreting the speaker stops every 1–5 minutes (usually at the end of every “paragraph” or complete thought), and the interpreter then steps in to render what was said into the target language. Consecutive interpreting may be used for smaller business meetings. This is a back and forth style of interpreting, with speakers of multiple languages taking turns speaking and being interpreted.

Escort/Travel Interpreting
Escort/travel interpreters can behave almost as an assistant, helping clients to navigate while they are traveling around on (business) trips. These interpreters may accompany clients to a meeting or to a handful of meetings.