Translate a bilingual conversation

In some languages, you can translate both sides of a conversation between 2 languages.

Step 1: Start translation

  1. Open the Translate app Translate.
  2. At the bottom of the screen, tap the names of the languages to change them.
    • Tip: The language on the left should correspond to the person who will speak first.
  3. Tap Conversation .
  4. Say something.

Step 2: Talk & translate

You can take specific actions when you translate a bilingual conversation.

  • Change one of the languages: Tap the language that you want to change and then the language that you want.
  • Translate anything said in one language to the other language: Tap Auto detect Auto.
  • Stop or start translation in one language: Tap either the left or the right Dictation button Speak.
  • Hear a translation again: Tap the translation's text box or Listen Listen.
  • Edit what you said: Tap the text box. Then update the text.
    • The text will automatically retranslate.
  • Get a brief introduction to the feature: At the top of the page, tap Tutorial .
  • Continue your conversation: Tap Auto detect Auto.

Step 3: Finish translation

To end the conversation, at the top, tap Back Back.

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