Russian to English translation
Russian to English translation is one of the most requested language combinations: Russian has around 154M speakers and is official in Belarus, Kazakhstan and Russia.
Russian has six cases, three genders and complex plural rules; formal вы vs informal ты. Cyrillic text may need different fonts.
Indicative freelance rates for central & eastern european languages run from about $0.07 to $0.15 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, 1,020,261 people speak Russian at home and 422,601 speak English less than "very well", which drives steady demand for Russian–English translation and interpreting in healthcare, legal and public services.
Indicative rates
Per-word band for general commercial work in the central & eastern european group. Real quotes depend on subject, volume, deadline and experience.
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Open calculator →Tips for Russian → English projects
- English output is usually 10–25% shorter than the Russian source — budget by source words.
- Agree on formality (formal vs informal address) for Russian 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 Russian to English translation cost?
Typical freelance rates are about $0.07–$0.15 per word, depending on subject, deadline and the translator's experience.
How long does it take to translate Russian to English?
A professional translator typically produces 2,000–3,000 words a day, plus time for revision by a second linguist.