However, additional fees may apply depending on factors such as the amount of work, the subject matter, the platform translation (website, app, document), the minimum word count, modifications, and the translator's level of expertise. A translation from foreign language into English typically costs between $0.10 and $0.20 per word, on average.

The following are some characteristics that identify a professional translation service:

When a company or an individual makes a purchase of language translation from a company or an individual whose primary source of income is derived from the act of translating words, they are engaging in a transaction that is known as professional translation services. This type of transaction can be carried out by either a company or an individual.