Translate English Audio to Finnish

1) Sign up for Descript for free. Enjoy 1 free hour of transcription each month without needing a credit card.

2) Head to the dashboard, click on "New Project," and select "Audio Project."

3) Upload your audio file. A "Transcribing..." pop-up will appear. Choose the audio and name the speaker(s).

4) After the transcription is complete, click on "Underlord," then scroll down and select "Translate."

5) Pick Finnish as your target language and hit "Submit."

6) Once the translation is done, a window will pop up for you to make any necessary adjustments. Click "Done" to save your changes.

7) Finally, click on the translate button, then on the language's three dots, and select "Export." Configure your export settings and click "Export" to finish.

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• Market Expansion: Finland has a high level of English proficiency, but providing content in Finnish can significantly enhance local engagement and trust.
• Cultural Relevance: Tailoring your message to Finnish cultural nuances can make your content more relatable and impactful for Finnish audiences.
• Regulatory Compliance: Some Finnish regulations may require content to be available in Finnish, especially in sectors like healthcare and education.
• Competitive Edge: Offering Finnish translations can set you apart from competitors who only provide content in English, giving you a unique selling point.
• Customer Support: Providing Finnish translations can improve customer service experiences, making it easier for Finnish-speaking customers to understand and interact with your content.

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• Understand Finnish Syntax: Finnish sentence structure differs significantly from English. Pay attention to the subject-verb-object order to ensure clarity.
• Use Finnish Idioms: Incorporate common Finnish idioms and expressions to make the translation sound more natural and relatable to native speakers.
• Check for False Friends: Be cautious of words that look similar in both languages but have different meanings, such as "kuusi" (six) and "kuusi" (spruce tree).
• Maintain Formality Levels: Finnish has distinct formal and informal speech levels. Ensure you use the appropriate level based on the context and audience.
• Leverage Local Expertise: Consult with native Finnish speakers or professional translators to verify the accuracy and cultural relevance of your translation.