Language and Interpretation Support
Break Language Barriers With Trusted Local Support
Communicating in an unfamiliar language can make travel, business and everyday activities more difficult.
Daittons connects Visitors with verified local Daittoners who can provide personalised language assistance, interpretation and translation for personal and business needs.
Whether you need help communicating at a restaurant, attending an appointment, navigating a local service, speaking with a supplier or participating in a business meeting, you can find a Daittoner who speaks the language you need.
Find available language support by destination, language and service, or describe your requirements so a suitable Daittoner can be identified.
Personal Language Support
Everyday Conversation Support
Get help communicating in everyday situations when you are unfamiliar with the local language. A Daittoner can assist with general conversations and practical enquiries.
From R150 / US$10 per hour
Accompanied Translation
Have a multilingual Daittoner accompany you and help communicate during agreed activities, appointments or local engagements.
From R250 / US$15 per hour for in-person general interpretation
Shopping and Market Translation
Get language assistance when shopping, visiting markets or communicating with local sellers and service providers.
From R150 / US$10 per hour
Restaurant and Dining Assistance
Communicate more comfortably with restaurants, cafés and food providers when language differences make ordering or making enquiries difficult.
From R150 / US$10 per hour
Appointment Interpretation
Get assistance communicating during appointments and other local engagements. This service helps with language communication and does not replace professional medical, legal or other specialist advice.
From R250 / US$15 per hour for in-person general interpretation
Travel and Transport Interpretation
Receive language support when using local transport, arranging services or communicating with drivers and service providers.
From R150 / US$10 per hour
Local Service Communication
Get help communicating with local businesses, service providers and organisations to make enquiries, understand information and coordinate practical tasks.
From R150 / US$10 per hour
Phone and Video Interpretation
Have a Daittoner assist with telephone or video conversations when language support is needed.
From R200 / US$10 per hour
Business Language Support
Business Meeting Interpretation
Get language support during meetings with local businesses, clients, partners or suppliers. A Daittoner can help participants communicate during discussions and clarify everyday business communication.
From R300 / US$20 per hour
Conference and Event Interpretation
Receive interpretation assistance during conferences, exhibitions, trade events and business functions. Specialist conference interpretation may require qualified interpreters and a tailored quotation.
- General interpretation: From R300 / US$20 per hour.
- Qualified specialist conference interpretation: From R800 / US$45 per hour.
Business Negotiation Support
Communicate more effectively with local businesses and partners during discussions and negotiations. The Daittoner provides language assistance but does not automatically have authority to negotiate or make binding commitments on your behalf.
From R300 / US$20 per hour for business meeting interpretation
Supplier and Vendor Communication
Get assistance communicating with suppliers, manufacturers, vendors and service providers, including making enquiries and clarifying practical requirements.
- Local enquiries: From R200 / US$10 per hour.
- Supplier and business contact research: From R300 / US$20 per assignment.
Business Site Visit Interpretation
Have a multilingual Daittoner assist with communication during supplier, factory, property or other site visits.
From R250 / US$15 per hour for in-person general interpretation
Site visits and transport may incur separate charges.
Client and Business Contact Communication
Get local language assistance when communicating with clients, customers, business contacts and service providers.
From R250 / US$15 per hour for in-person general interpretation
Business Phone and Video Calls
Receive interpretation support during remote business conversations, supplier calls and other agreed discussions.
From R200 / US$10 per hour
Translation Services
Depending on their skills, experience and qualifications, Daittoners may also offer written translation, proofreading and transcription.
General Text Translation
Translate everyday written content between languages, subject to the Daittoner’s language proficiency and the complexity of the material.
From R1 per source word.
USD guide: US$60 per 1,000 source words.
Business Document Translation
Translate business correspondence and documents where the Daittoner has the appropriate language skills and subject knowledge.
From R1.50 per source word.
USD guide: US$90 per 1,000 source words.
Email and Message Translation
Get help translating short personal messages, emails and other brief written communications.
From R150 / US$10 per task
Website and Content Translation
Arrange translation of website text and other written content. Pricing depends on word count, subject matter, formatting and the required deliverables.
General translation starts at R1 per source word.
Proofreading and Language Correction
Have written material checked for grammar, spelling, clarity and language consistency.
From R0.75 per source word.
USD guide: US$45 per 1,000 source words.
Document Formatting
Get help formatting translated documents to improve readability and presentation.
From R150 / US$10 per document
Basic Transcription
Arrange transcription of audio into written text, subject to audio quality, language and content complexity.
From R250 / US$15 per audio hour
Specialist or Certified Translation
For legal, technical, medical, immigration or other specialist documents, confirm the provider’s relevant qualifications and whether a certified, sworn or otherwise formally authorised translation is required. Specialist and certified work may require a separate quotation. Certification must not be promised unless the provider is appropriately authorised to provide it.
Choose the Language You Need
Search for Daittoners based on the languages they speak and the type of language support they provide.
Depending on the profile, you may be able to review:
- Native or first languages
- Additional languages spoken
- Stated language proficiency
- Translation and interpretation experience
- Personal language support
- Business language support
- In-person and remote assistance
- Relevant qualifications or certifications
- Location and service areas
- Availability and Visitor reviews, where available
Always discuss the required language pair, level of proficiency, subject matter and type of assistance before confirming an assignment.
Personal or Business — Get the Support You Need
Language support can be useful for a short conversation, several hours, a full day or an ongoing requirement.
You can request assistance for:
- Travel and tourism
- Shopping and local markets
- Restaurants and dining
- Appointments and public facilities
- Local services and daily activities
- Business meetings
- Conferences and exhibitions
- Supplier and vendor enquiries
- Factory, property and other site visits
- Business discussions and negotiations
- Trade events
- Telephone and video calls
- Documents and written communication
- Website and content translation
Availability depends on the destination, languages required, type of assignment and the Daittoner’s skills and qualifications.
How It Works
- Find a Daittoner. Search available Daittoner profiles for someone who speaks the language you need.
- Select Your Support. Choose personal language assistance, business interpretation, remote support or written translation.
- Discuss Your Requirements. Explain the languages involved, destination, date, duration, subject matter and whether the support must be in person or remote.
- Agree on the Details. Confirm the service, price, deliverables, qualifications where relevant and any additional expenses before proceeding.
- Communicate With Confidence. Connect with your Daittoner and receive the agreed language support.
Pricing and Additional Costs
The prices shown are recommended starting rates under Daittons’ service pricing guide. Final pricing may depend on:
- Language pair and language proficiency required
- Duration and complexity of the assignment
- Specialist subject matter
- Preparation time and document length
- Urgency and turnaround time
- Location and transport requirements
- Whether qualified or formally authorised interpretation is required
Transport, travel expenses, specialist fees and other third-party costs are separate unless expressly included in the agreed quotation.
USD prices use Daittons’ reference rate of R17 per US dollar, rounded to the nearest US$5 where applicable. Rand prices remain the primary base rates. Per-word translation and proofreading services use the stated Rand rate, with USD guides displayed per 1,000 source words.
Daittoners provide language assistance within the agreed scope. Interpretation and translation do not guarantee that a third party will understand or accept a communication, and they do not replace qualified legal, medical or other professional advice.
Find Language Support Locally
Don’t let language differences prevent you from getting things done, conducting business or experiencing your destination.
Find a Daittoner who speaks your language and get practical local support. Search by destination, language, service and availability to explore suitable profiles.
Alternatively, describe the language support you need and where you need it. Daittons can help connect you with available Daittoners who may be able to assist.
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