Free German English Translation

Whether you choose to use German English translation software for understanding Web sites, e-mails, phrases, or news clips, you are certain to find programs available for free online. These programs often involve machine translation, but some translation services rely on human volunteers in order to run the translation programs. Free services are great for learning simple keywords and phrases. However, it's best to use paid translation services from a professional translator for important projects where the meaning must be exact.

Allow yourself easy access to your favorite sites by bookmarking them or saving them in your list of favorites. Keep a couple different Web sites marked in order to double check various translations for accuracy.

German English Translation Links from yourDictionary

The yourDictionary Web site offers several translation links in the Language section. The listed dictionaries offer the chance to translate words into English from German and vice versa. Use the English-German Translation Dictionary and tools from German Language Schools to translated longer phrases or text.

The English-German Translation Dictionary allows you to browse already translated words and phrases alphabetically or by recent additions. Register and contribute your own translations or ask for help in the forums. A toolbar is available for installation if you want to use translation services while surfing the Internet.

The German Language Schools link takes you to a long listing of German resources, including those on grammar, dialects, phrases, and sign language. Click on the "http://www.german-language-school.info/german/translation.asp">German Translation link to find listings of various paid and free translators. The Free Translation Software link will take you to the free software section of Translation Town. Choose from several programs with freeware licenses to download to your computer.

Free Online German English Translation Resources

A number of German English translation resources are available for free throughout the Internet. Check out these Web sites and use the one you find most helpful for your translation needs:

  • PROMPT Free Translation Online: Translate from German to English and back again. The text boxes allow up to 500 words at a time for translation. A spell check and e-mail feature make this Web site easy to use. Results may not be exact, however.
  • WorldLingo Free Online Translator: Translate up to 150 words at a time, or use the Web site or e-mail translation services for free. Click on "advanced options" to use a specialized glossary for more difficult translations.
  • LEO Dictionary: Switch back and forth between reading the Web site in English or German by clicking on "English Version" or "Deutsche Version" in the search box. To find phrases, type in the main keyword of a phrase you need translated. You could also type in the phrase, although search results may not be as extensive or accurate.
  • Reverso Translation Software: Translate from German to English and back again with Reverso translation online. Once you have translated the text, you can print, copy, e-mail, or edit your original entry.
  • Applied Language Solutions Free Online Translation: Translate up to 150 words of text or use the Web site and e-mail translation options. You can even add free translation from Applied Language to your Web site by clicking on the link.
  • Local Translation: Type text into the box and make sure German and English are selected. Results appear after a few seconds in a dark blue box to the lower right of the screen. The free translation is not entirely accurate, but can be helpful for a general understanding.

To get an overview of various translation services that are free on the web, visit World Star Dictionaries, Translators and Encyclopedias. Here you will find a listing of 13 various translation services to choose from for translating text. Check as many services you wish to use and then type your text into the box. The first selected translation service comes up. Use the arrows on the sidebar to switch between different services. After comparing translations, you can choose the service that you feel meets your needs the best.