English to Galician Translation Tool

Tips for Effective English to Galician Translation

1. Understand the Sentence Structure

   • English: Typically follows Subject-Verb-Object (SVO) order.
   • Galician: Often follows a similar SVO structure but can vary more freely. Pay attention to context and grammatical markers.

2. Grasp Verb Conjugations and Tenses

   • English: Generally has simpler verb conjugation.
   • Galician: Includes more complex conjugation patterns with variations depending on tense, mood (indicative, subjunctive), and subject. Familiarize yourself with common verb forms and irregular verbs.

3. Be Aware of False Friends

   • Example: The English word "actual" means current, while the Galician "actual" (and similar "actual" in Spanish) also means current, but they can differ slightly based on context. Ensure you understand both meanings before translating.

4. Use Gender and Number Accurately

   • English: Generally does not assign gender to nouns.
   • Galician: Nouns have genders (masculine or feminine) and must agree with articles, adjectives, and pronouns. Make sure to correctly identify and apply gender and number agreements.

5. Cultural Nuances and Idiomatic Expressions

   • Idioms: Literal translations often don't work. For example, "It's raining cats and dogs" should be translated to an equivalent idiom in Galician, such as "Está chovendo a cántaros."
   • Cultural References: Adapt cultural references to something meaningful in the Galician context, considering historical, social, and cultural differences.