• AI translations are often quick and, for simple, unimportant texts, adequate. Nevertheless, they do not always sound natural. 

• Sometimes the phrasing is too literal, individual terms are not quite right, or the tone does not fully fit.

• Machine translations often translate word-for-word or follow rigid patterns.

• Swiss idioms or subtle B2B vocabulary quickly become unnatural, stilted text in English.

• I ensure a smooth, idiomatic flow that is convincing.

• English-speaking business cultures usually communicate differently than Swiss business cultures. AI doesn't always understand these cultural nuances.

• I adapt your tone of voice: confident for the US market, precise and reserved for the European market.

• Every industry in Switzerland has its own specific terminology – whether in consulting, the pharmaceutical industry in Basel, fiduciary services, or premium tourism.

• AI sometimes invents terms (hallucinations) or chooses the wrong synonym.

• A flawed English text appears unprofessional.

• For Swiss SMEs, which stand for quality, reliability, and attention to detail, flawed English poses a reputational risk.

• Human proofreading protects your brand.

• I therefore personally review the English text and improve it where necessary.

• It is particularly important to me that your German-to-English translation is not only correct but also clear, fluent, natural, and professional.

• I can translate your German text into English.

• Then I personally check, verify, and revise this text to ensure that the grammar, word choice, and sentence structure are correct, as well as ensuring clarity and a natural English tone.

• The result is an accurate, natural, and easily readable English version of your text - carefully revised by me, a native English speaker living and working in Basel.

• This way of working is particularly suitable for:
• • websites
  • business texts
  • emails and letters
  • presentations
  • job applications
  • product texts
  • marketing texts
  • short specialist texts
  • texts from companies, associations, and private individuals

• Every text is different. A short business letter requires less time than a website, a technical text, or an AI translation that needs thorough editing.

• After you send me your German text via email, I will assess the scope and complexity and provide you with an offer for translation.

• The minimum fee for translating and improving a text is CHF 50.

> Contact me to request an offer

I know Bruce from when he worked at a Swiss patent law firm, where he was responsible for translating new applications and official responses. Both tasks place the highest demands on technical understanding and insight, as well as logical thinking and expression. I have been convinced that Bruce is more than capable of performing these tasks. His acquired knowledge enables him to communicate his ideas to others clearly and diplomatically. For example, he has demonstrated his ability to understand work plans and work descriptions from a wide range of technical disciplines and to explain them to others both verbally and in writing. He integrates well into the company structure and works smoothly with others. Although we met in the context of patent law, I am aware that Bruce has also gained experience in other fields, such as marketing and project management. Even without direct knowledge of his achievements in this area, I have gained the impression that he has performed very well here as well. I enjoyed working with Bruce and feel confident in recommending him without reservation to any company or client he chooses to work with. I wish him every success. Franklin

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We hereby confirm that Bruce has carried out various translation assignments for us as a freelance translator. He has translated from German into English for us. His area of expertise is primarily business texts. However, he also carries out translations in various other fields. His translations were always flawless and always arrived on time, so that his work never gave rise to any complaints. We got to know Bruce as a reliable, friendly translator whom we can recommend at any time. Hans

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You have provided us with various specialist translations from German into English: price lists, advertising letters, and brochure texts. We want to take this opportunity to confirm that we were delighted with your work, Bruce, and thank you very much for your prompt service. We look forward to sending you further orders soon. We wish you continued success in your professional activities. Felix

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Thank you, Bruce, for your quick, accurate, and clear translation from German into English for my promotional materials. Your exceptional work also helped me make a professional and attractive impression on my customers. In the future, I will contact you again for high-quality and affordable translation work and will be happy to recommend you to others. Jean-Luc

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We are pleased to confirm that Bruce provided translations from German into English for our management seminar for Chinese dignitaries in Basel. The translations were of excellent quality and delivered quickly, to our complete satisfaction. We will be happy to award you, Bruce, further translation assignments as soon as we have something else to provide in English. Helen

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Bruce has provided several translations from German into English for my former sole translation proprietorship office. These included texts from a wide variety of fields, such as marketing and conference documents. Bruce completed the tasks assigned to him to my complete satisfaction. Marianne

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I want to express my sincere gratitude to you, Bruce, for translating our website from German into English. It was a great job. You are welcome to use me as a reference. We are delighted with your translation, and I would be happy to recommend you to others. Bea

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You have delivered several difficult legal translations from German into English to my complete satisfaction, on time and with great accuracy. I want to thank you very much, Bruce, for your professional work. I will be happy to use your services again in the future. Gabriela

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