Computer Aided Tools and its demand for Tamil Translation services in Government and Private Sector

K. Shenbaga Bhavani1 & J. Mahalakshmi2,

1 Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Applications

                           2Assistant Professor, Department of Nutrition & Dietetics

The Standard Fireworks Rajaratnam College for Women,

Sivakasi

ABSTRACT

To conduct more study in Tamil and hasten the language’s global expansion, computer language is absolutely necessary. Encouraging students to create computer programs and applications in Tamil will enable more Tamil people to access the newest technologies and promote their culture and customs globally. Recently, incredibly accurate transcriptions of Tamil videos have been made possible by methods such as Screen App’s artificial intelligence. You can rely on our cutting-edge technology to accurately translate spoken Tamil into written text—it has a 99% accuracy rate. In India, unemployment is still a major issue, with variations seen in various areas and industries.  According to a July 2023, Bloomberg report using data from the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE), India’s overall jobless rate is 7.95 percent. The demand for Tamil translation services is on the rise, challenges must be addressed. One of the primary challenges is the need for skilled and qualified Tamil translators. Finding translators who can deliver high-quality translations is essential to meet the growing demand. Awareness must be created among the students regarding the jobs available in Translation in both government and private sector. With a intervention of advanced computer aided tools for translating can minimize the manual work and quality of the work can be improved.

Keywords: Unemployment, Computer-aided tools, future demand, translation services.

1. INTRODUCTION:

Translation calls for a profound comprehension of both the source and destination languages as well as subtle cultural differences, making it both a delicate art and a science. Anyone with rudimentary computer skills may translate using computer-aided tools, which is an easy approach to use. However, this method’s inability to achieve accuracy standards is a downside. The quality control process takes longer because it is done separately. Although the precision level is somewhat met by new technologies, the tools currently in use are pricey, and an improved version is required to meet all requirements. An additional drawback of automated machine translations is their inability to accurately translate idiomatic idioms and sophisticated language usage, which are characteristics of human writing and speech. These problems might therefore give the translation an artificial and awkward sound. Machine translation becomes more accurate with the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Neural networks are used by AI algorithms to learn human behavior and language usage. As it gains experience, it might translate texts more accurately, but complete automation is still a way off.

2.WHY TRANSLATON INTO TAMIL IS IMPORTANT?

When it comes to translation, there is a lot of weight and importance involved for everyone. Operating exclusively in Tamil can help your firm reach a larger clientele. You will be able to see Tamil translation as a valuable and necessary investment once you understand how important it is for everyone.

  • Translation Enables the Global Economy
  • People Prefer Their Native Language
  • . Enable The Spread of Ideas and Information
  • Reach a Larger Audience

3.GLOBAL TAMIL DIASPORA

The Tamil diaspora around the world is a major factor contributing to the growing need for Tamil translation services. In pursuit of better prospects, a sizable population of Tamil people have immigrated over the years to nations including Australia, Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom. These diaspora communities embrace their new places while holding fast to their Tamil identity and maintaining close ties to their language and culture. To meet the demands of these groups, there is an increasing need to translate different papers, webpages, and information into Tamil. This covers a wide range of items, including news stories, e-commerce, websites, entertainment content, and official, financial, legal, and personal documents as well as instructional materials.

4.BUSINESS EXPANSION

Businesses’ growing desire to enter Tamil-speaking markets is another major factor driving the demand for Tamil translation services. India’s fast expanding economy makes it a desirable location for firms from all over the world. Specifically, Tamil Nadu has become a center for the automotive, IT, manufacturing, and other industries. To effectively interact with the local people, firms aiming to expand into these areas must translate their websites, product manuals, and marketing materials into Tamil. The need for Tamil translation services is growing as businesses look into possibilities in Sri Lanka and other Tamil-speaking areas in addition to Tamil Nadu.

Tamil Document Translation – involves the translation of written documents, such as contracts, reports, and marketing materials.

Tamil Website Translation – involves the translation of websites and their content, including text, images, and videos, to reach a wider audience.

Tamil Interpretation – involves the oral translation of spoken language, typically in real-time, either consecutive (taking notes and then interpreting) or simultaneously (interpreting while the speaker is speaking).

Tamil Voice-over Translation – involves recording a voice-over in a different language for a video or audio production.

Tamil Subtitling Translation – involves the translation and display of written text in a visual format, typically in films or videos, to accompany the spoken dialogue.

Tamil Desktop Publishing and Typesetting – involves the preparation and formatting of printing materials.

5.LEGAL AND GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTATION

Tamil translation services are also necessary for government organizations and legal bodies for a variety of reasons. To guarantee that all residents have access to essential information and services, this involves translating into Tamil legal papers, contracts, GR, government, immigration procedures, and public notifications.

  Apart from official documentation, non-governmental organizations and foreign organizations frequently carry out development and humanitarian projects in Tamil-speaking areas. In these kinds of situations, communication must be effective, and precise document translation is essential to these efforts.

6.CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN TAMIL TRANSLATION

Although there is a growing need for Tamil translation services, there are still issues that need to be resolved. The shortage of competent Tamil translators is one of the main issues. Translation calls for a profound comprehension of both the source and destination languages as well as subtle cultural differences, making it both a delicate art and a science. To satisfy the increasing demand, it is imperative to find translators capable of producing translations of the highest caliber. Furthermore, there are advantages and disadvantages to the growing market for AI-powered language services and machine translation. These technologies can speed up and lower the cost of translation, but they might not always yield the precision and nuance needed in specific situations, like literary or legal translation. For translations to be of high quality and cultural sensitivity, human translators are still essential.

7.THE FUTURE OF TAMIL TRANSLATION SERVICES

The need for Tamil translation services increases as the Tamil-speaking community around the world flourishes and grows. This offers a unique chance for companies, software developers, and language experts to work together and create in the field of language translation. Since just a small portion of information published worldwide is now available in Indian languages, there are a ton of potential for Tamil content development and translation.

To properly address this need, it is imperative to invest in language education and training programs for translators who speak Tamil. To meet the need, artificial intelligence (AI) will also be essential in the creation of translation tools that support human translators in their job while preserving linguistic and cultural authenticity.

8.  CAREER AS A TAMIL TRANSLATOR IN THE GOVERNMENT SECTOR

If you have a bachelor’s degree, proficiency in two or more languages and the necessary professional and soft skills, you can become a translator. There are many job opportunities available both for entry-level and experienced translators. If you are looking for a career as a translator, you can consider the following:

  • Literary translators

Literary translators convert literary works into their target languages, such as biographies and autobiographies, poetry, prose, short tales, fiction, and non-fiction. They evaluate the author’s intentions and faithfully translate the author’s tone, style, and feelings. Without distortion, they convey the story’s central idea and pertinent historical information.

  • Health and medical translators

Medical translators provide medical transcribing services to the healthcare sector. Medical publications such as research papers, clinical trial forms, insurance forms, journals, and patient information booklets are translated by them. In order to provide patients from different countries with fair diagnosis and treatment, hospitals also hire interpreters.

  • Judicial translators

Medical translators are used by the healthcare sector to transcribe medical writings. Among other medical publications, they translate journals, forms for clinical trials, research articles, insurance forms, and patient information booklets. In order to guarantee that patients from other nations receive fair diagnoses and treatments, hospitals commonly use interpreters. To ensure reliable translations, medical translators educate themselves on medical jargon.

  • Scientific translators

Researchers and scientists are always exchanging information on the newest inventions and discoveries. Scientific forums, organizations, and institutions disseminate this knowledge to the international scientific community. Researchers could also have to apply for patents and approval of their discoveries from government organizations. Professionals having the necessary training and experience in science, as well as the ability to translate technical and scientific literature, are known as scientific translators.

9. DESTIGNATON & QUALIFICATION REQUIRED:

  1. TRANSLATION OFFICER
    Educational Qualification: B.L. Degree (3 years or 5 years) or its equivalent or Second Class Master’s Degree in Tamil and Proficiency in Tamil.
    Age Limit: Maximum 30 years. Pay Scale: Rs.56100-Rs.177500/-
  2. TRANSLATOR
    Educational Qualification: B.L. Degree (3 years or 5 years) or its equivalent  Bachelor’s Degree with Tamil in Part-I and B.G.L. Degree or Second Class Master’s Degree in Tamil and Proficiency in Tamil.
    Age Limit: Maximum 30 years. Pay Scale: Rs.36400-Rs.115700/-

10. OPPORTUNITY AS A FREELANCER

An independent contractor who translates written materials between languages is known as a freelance translator. These experts frequently assist a number of clients with one-time or recurring assignments. Freelance translators might apply to specific clients directly or through agencies to get work. The pandemic has altered the nature of work, with an increasing number of individuals opting to work remotely (WFH). Payment will be given as per the work done (as per pages, word count etc).

11. CONCLUSION

The need for Tamil translation services will only increase as long as the Tamil-speaking community around the world flourishes and grows. This offers a unique chance for companies, software developers, and language experts to work together and create in the field of language translation. Since just a small portion of information published worldwide is now available in Indian languages, there are a ton of potential for Tamil content development and translation.

To properly address this need, it is imperative to invest in language education and training programs for translators who speak Tamil. To meet the need, artificial intelligence (AI) will also be essential in the creation of translation tools that support human translators in their job while preserving linguistic and cultural authenticity.

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