Consecutive Interpretation
Consecutive interpretation, in which the interpreter waits until a
complete statement has been spoken and then begins interpreting (so
only one person is speaking at a time), is used primarily to
interpret when everyone in the room needs to hear the
interpretation.
Consecutive interpretation is preferred for:
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Business meetings and negotiations
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Business trips and tours
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Informal meetings, social occasions
Advantages of consecutive interpretation:
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Not only the content of the source language message, but also pauses, tone of voice, stress, are conveyed to the audience
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Gives mobility and flexibility to the organizers, especially when event takes place at different venues
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Participants are given the chance to immediately intervene and express opinion at tough meetings and discussions
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Cost efficient and independent on equipment
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