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Understanding the Client's Requirements
    Communicate with the client to gather all necessary details about the project, including purpose, target audience, desired tone, and any specific terminologies or preferences.

Document Analysis
    Review the source material to identify its complexity, technical terms, and context.
    Research any industry-specific terminology and compile relevant references or glossaries.

Preparation
    Create or adapt a project-specific glossary and style guide to ensure consistency.
    Set up the necessary tools, such as CAT (Computer-Assisted Translation) tools, dictionaries, and other resources.

Translation Phase
    Translate the document while maintaining accuracy, cultural relevance, and context.
    Ensure the translation reflects the tone and intent of the original material.

Quality Assurance (QA)

Handling Client Requests for Literal Translations

When clients request literal translations, I approach the situation with a balance of professionalism and expertise to ensure their needs are met without compromising the quality or meaning of the text. Here’s my process:

Understand the Client's Intention
    Discuss with the client why they prefer a literal translation.
    Determine whether their request is for legal, technical, educational, or another specific purpose that might justify a word-for-word approach.

Explain Potential Challenges
    Educate the client about the limitations of literal translation, such as loss of meaning, cultural nuances, or readability issues.
    Provide examples (if applicable) to illustrate how a literal translation may not always convey the intended message effectively.

Offer a Balanced Solution
    Suggest an approa