Translation Memory

Translation Memory

What is a Translation Memory?

A Translation Memory stores already translated sentences digitally and reuses them in future projects. This increases consistency and efficiency while reducing translation costs.

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How does a translation memory work?

A Translation Memory identifies identical or similar text segments that have already been translated, suggests them again and thus supports faster, more consistent translation processes.

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Can I transfer an existing Translation Memory?

Existing Translation Memories can generally continue to be used and can usually be imported into professional translation systems in TMX format. This preserves translation knowledge and speeds up the start.

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What are the benefits of a translation memory?

A Translation Memory reduces translation costs, accelerates international projects, ensures data sovereignty and maintains a consistent brand voice.

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Which file formats are supported by translation memories?

Translation Memories are commonly imported and exported as TMX, XLSX, CSV and native CAT-tool formats. TMX is considered the international standard for exchanging data between systems.

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How does a translation memory improve the quality of AI translations?

A Translation Memory provides the AI with approved translations as a reference. This makes translations more consistent, maintains the corporate language and reduces the manual correction effort.

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When should a translation memory be cleaned up?

A Translation Memory should be cleaned regularly and after major changes within the company. This keeps terminology, translations and product names up to date, consistent and reviewed.

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What is the difference between a Translation Memory and a glossary?

A Translation Memory stores complete translation segments, while a glossary contains individual technical terms and approved translations. Together, both tools support terminological consistency, quality and efficient translation processes.

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How are matches created in a translation memory?

Translation Memory matches are created by automatically comparing new text segments with stored translations. The higher the match, the more suitable the translation suggestion.

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What types of matches are there in a Translation Memory?

A Translation Memory distinguishes between Context Matches, 100% Matches, Fuzzy Matches and No Matches. The match rate influences the effort required, consistency and translation costs.

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Can translation memories be shared across the company?

Yes. With a central Translation Memory, employees, in-house translators and external language service providers can access translations together and ensure consistent corporate language.

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How large can a Translation Memory become?

A Translation Memory grows with every approved translation and can manage millions of text segments. This ensures that translation knowledge is preserved in the long term and can be quickly reused.

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Are translation memories GDPR-compliant?

Translation Memories can be GDPR-compliant if the platform used ensures data protection, secure data processing and appropriate access rights.

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How does ownvia use Translation Memories?

ownvia combines Translation Memories with terminology, Style Guides, reference documents and AI. This creates consistent translations in the appropriate corporate style with less effort for post-editing.

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Why are Translation Memories so important for companies?

Translation Memories reduce translation costs, shorten project timelines, ensure consistent corporate language and preserve translation knowledge for future projects.

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