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A Few Thoughts on ‘B’ Languages

The AIIC definition of a ‘B’ language is as follows…:
“A language other than the interpreter’s native language, of which he or she has a
perfect command and into which he or she works from one or more of his or her
other languages. Some interpreters work into a ‘B’ language in only one of the two
modes of interpretation”

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A Guide to Shadowing

The technique and practice of shadowing is an indispensable tool for both the budding and the experienced simultaneous interpreter, but it is a controversial technique and is often misunderstood or discounted. In my opinion, however, all interpreting professionals would gain greatly from spending time both considering and practising the art of shadowing.

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