Interpreter Modes, Roles & Techniques Flashcards
Memory
the power of remembering what you have learned
Mnemonics
the exercise performed to make your memory more efficient
Simultaneous
HINT: ED Critical Situation
Interpretation done at the very same time
Consecutive
HINT: Clinical Setting
Interpretation done at one sentence at a time
On Sight Translation
Oral interpretation of something written
Paraphrase
Interpretation done by simplification of several phrases/ sentences at a time
Clarifier
Interpreter who knows proper timing to clarify term/ issues being spoken about in order that information renders is understood
Conduct
Interpreter who communicates the same message as it is rendered without deleting, adding / changing any part of the conversation
Culture Broker
Interpreter who can facilitate input on culture issues / language to better understand the subject matter
Advocate
Interpreter who relates more the conversation information provided, strive to help the client in many other ways, but also understand the legal consequence in doing so
Techniques used in Interpretation
#1 Listening #2 Visualize #3 Don't get stuck on just one word #4 Explain Slang