Language pair · English → Bokmål

English to Bokmål translation

English to Bokmål translation is a specialised combination: Bokmål has around 4M speakers and is official in Norway.

Norwegian has two written standards, Bokmål and Nynorsk; most commercial work is Bokmål.

Indicative freelance rates for nordic & dutch languages run from about $0.12 to $0.24 per word for general commercial work; specialised, certified and urgent jobs cost more, and literary translation is usually paid per 1,000 words.

Indicative rates

Per-word band for general commercial work in the nordic & dutch group. Real quotes depend on subject, volume, deadline and experience.

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Tips for English → Bokmål projects

  • Send reference material and a glossary of brand or series terms; it saves revision rounds and money.

Frequently asked questions

How much does English to Bokmål translation cost?

Typical freelance rates are about $0.12–$0.24 per word, depending on subject, deadline and the translator's experience.

How long does it take to translate English to Bokmål?

A professional translator typically produces 2,000–3,000 words a day, plus time for revision by a second linguist.

Is Bokmål longer than English?

Usually yes: text typically changes by +5% to +15% when translated from English into Bokmål.