Why “I Know English” Is Not a Qualification: The Critical Role of Professional Interpreters

EPISODE · Aug 25, 2025 · 4 MIN

Why “I Know English” Is Not a Qualification: The Critical Role of Professional Interpreters

from Dragoman Transcreation · host UMIT OZAYDIN

International events, diplomatic missions, business meetings, and multilingual conferences require smooth communication in several languages. Yet, one persistent misconception continues to cause costly mistakes: the idea that simply “knowing English” qualifies someone to act as an interpreter or translator. The truth is clear: language proficiency is not binary — it’s a spectrum. And when it [...] The post Why “I Know English” Is Not a Qualification: The Critical Role of Professional Interpreters appeared first on Dragoman Language Solutions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dragoman-transcreation--4083088/support.

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