Pashto to English translation
Pashto to English translation is a specialised combination: Pashto has around 39M speakers and is official in Afghanistan.
Indicative freelance rates for middle eastern & turkic languages run from about $0.09 to $0.18 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 middle eastern & turkic group. Real quotes depend on subject, volume, deadline and experience.
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Open calculator →Tips for Pashto → English projects
- Pashto is written right to left: layouts, numbers, punctuation and mixed-direction text must be tested by a native speaker.
- 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 Pashto to English translation cost?
Typical freelance rates are about $0.09–$0.18 per word, depending on subject, deadline and the translator's experience.
How long does it take to translate Pashto to English?
A professional translator typically produces 2,000–3,000 words a day, plus time for revision by a second linguist.