Clear communication across language boundaries

Translations and language training – English and German.
For private clients, companies and authorities – professional, reliable, human to human.

Anja Pleul, sworn translator

As an experienced sworn translator and language trainer, I help individuals and businesses communicate with confidence through certified translations, technical and marketing translations, and tailored language training – delivered professionally, reliably and with a personal touch.

Profile

Language brings people together —
but only if it is understood.

As a translator and language trainer, I am enthusiastic about helping people overcome language barriers and communicate with confidence.

Professional translations help businesses communicate clearly within or outside the company, across languages and cultures. By ensuring cultural and stylistic appropriateness while maintaining the intent of the original text, your message reaches the right audience effectively strengthening your brand, building trust, and supporting long-term business success.

A publicly appointed and sworn translator, I also provide certified translations of certificates, official documents, and other records for submission to authorities and other official bodies.

By working with me, you benefit from direct communication and faster turnaround times. This personal collaboration ensures that your requirements are fully understood and that you receive accurate, reliable, and efficient service from initial enquiry to final delivery.

My work is based on values that are second nature to me and that I also expect from the people I work with: reliability, professionalism, trust and respect, because they form the foundation of every successful collaboration.

Why work with me?

Over 20 years of translation experience
Member of the German Association of Interpreters and Translators 
Personal & direct communication
Reliability & confidentiality

My Background

since 2022

English instructor at Mittweida University of Applied Sciences

since 2020

Vice Chairwoman of the Board (Eastern Region) at the German Association of Interpreters & Translators (BDÜ)

since 2015

Sworn freelance translator for German and English
in the fields of industry, technical marketing and business

Language trainer for Englisch and German

2015

Publicly appointed and sworn before the Higher Regional Court in Dresden / Germany

2014

State-certified translator for English and German

2000 - 2015

Employment as a translator and language trainer for English and German in Chemnitz / Germany

2000

Graduation from Chemnitz University of Technology with an M.A. in English, Adult Education, German as a Foreign Language

Stay in Bath / UK

Services

Editorial services

Accurate, clear, and to the point: With professional proofreading, I ensure that your texts reach and engage their readers effectively.

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Translations

Professional translation services including localisation and certified translations for German and English.

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Client testimonials from previous projects

A good translation is more than simply transferring words from one language into another. It conveys meaning, uses precise terminology, and pays attention to nuance. That is why I greatly appreciate the positive feedback from my clients. Here, some of them share their experiences with my work.

The translation accurately reflects the terminology used by our developers and engineers, who are required to follow these guidelines. Thank you very much!

Corporate client, Germany

Dear Ms Pleul, I'd like to pass on the praise from our tax firm in Frankfurt.
They've received many translations of documents, but none as good as yours.

Corporate client, Germany

Thank you for the exceptional translations and the certifications, of course. I would like to thank you in particular for your prompt responses and consistent communication. It has been a pleasure to work with you.

I will definitely recommend your services.

Private client, UK/Germany

The collaboration was excellent. Whenever there was any ambiguity in the source text, Ms Pleul asked for clarification pursuing the goal of delivering a clear and stylistically accurate translation with precision and great efficiency. I highly recommend Ms Pleul’s services.

Private client, Germany

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Editorial services

A keen eye for detail.

To communicate the author’s intention effectively, texts ought to read easily, suit the target reader in phrasing and style, and serve their purpose. I will check your German texts for correctness and appropriate style to get your message across.

Please send me an enquiry or phone me for a free and non-binding quotation.

Translations

Translation & Localisation

Translating from and into German and English, I provide accurate, reliable translations that are faithful to the original meaning yet tailored to your target readers in a variety of areas. However, my main focus is on

  • Industry / Technology
  • Business / Marketing

Amongst others, I have translated the following document types:

 

  • Product descriptions, case studies, press releases
  • Websites, marketing campaigns, talks, presentations
  • Newsletters, guidelines, manuals, process instructions
  • Training documents

Certified translations for public authorities

As a publicly-appointed and sworn translator for English and German, I prepare certified translations of your English documents and certificates into German: birth certificates, death certificates, marriage certificates, transcripts and diplomas, references - to mention just a few.

For a non-binding offer, just send me a scan of your document by email or call me. Usually, I do not require the original document.