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Patent Translation: English to Chinese
Patent translation requires consistent technical terminology and careful alignment across the specification, claims, abstract, drawings, and related documents.
Discuss this matter
The translation scope, English source-word count, source-file quality, technical field, formatting, and deadline should be confirmed before work begins. Filing, legal review, and substantive amendment are not included unless stated in writing.
Typical standard scope
English-to-Chinese translation of patent specifications, claims, abstracts, drawing text, and agreed prosecution documents.
- 01Source-file and English word-count confirmation
- 02Technical field and terminology review
- 03English-to-Chinese translation of agreed documents
- 04Consistency review across claims and specification
- 05Delivery in the agreed editable or filing-support format
Information to prepare
Start with identifying information, then share material safely.
- Complete English source files
- Publication or application number, if available
- Existing family translations or terminology list
- Drawings and text embedded in images
- Required delivery date and intended use
Representative fee
$50 / 1,000 wordsper 1,000 English source wordsThe displayed rate is the professional translation fee per 1,000 English source words. Source files, word count, technical field, format, and deadline are confirmed in writing; filing, official fees, legal review, and substantive amendment are outside this rate.
How the matter proceeds
Every step leaves a clear owner and deadline.
- 01
Confirm the matter and deadline
- 02
Complete conflict and confidentiality steps
- 03
Agree on scope, fees, and the contracting entity
- 04
Perform the work and report the next deadline
Common questions
Patent Translation: English to Chinese
What is the representative rate?+
$50 per 1,000 English source words.
How is the word count confirmed?+
The written quote confirms the source files, English word count, and treatment of tables, formulas, drawings, and image text before work begins.
Does the translation rate include filing or legal review?+
No. Filing, official fees, legal review, and substantive amendment are separate unless expressly included in the written scope.