Hindi to English translation
Hindi to English translation is one of the most requested language combinations: Hindi has around 341M speakers and is official in India.
Hindi uses Devanagari; formal आप vs informal तुम/तू. English loanwords are common in tech and marketing.
Indicative freelance rates for south & southeast asian languages run from about $0.06 to $0.14 per word for general commercial work; specialised, certified and urgent jobs cost more, and literary translation is usually paid per 1,000 words.
In the US, 930,728 people speak Hindi at home and 156,869 speak English less than "very well", which drives steady demand for Hindi–English translation and interpreting in healthcare, legal and public services.
Indicative rates
Per-word band for general commercial work in the south & southeast asian group. Real quotes depend on subject, volume, deadline and experience.
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Open calculator →Tips for Hindi → English projects
- English output is usually 15–35% shorter than the Hindi source — budget by source words.
- Agree on formality (formal vs informal address) for Hindi before translation starts and record it in the style guide.
- Decide on US or UK English spelling and punctuation conventions up front.
- For official documents (birth certificates, diplomas) into English, US agencies usually accept a translator's signed certification; check the receiving institution.
- Send reference material and a glossary of brand or series terms; it saves revision rounds and money.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Hindi to English translation cost?
Typical freelance rates are about $0.06–$0.14 per word, depending on subject, deadline and the translator's experience.
How long does it take to translate Hindi to English?
A professional translator typically produces 2,000–3,000 words a day, plus time for revision by a second linguist.