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Google Translate

by Google

249 languages, camera and live conversation modes.

Free
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What is Google Translate?

Google Translate has the widest language coverage of any tool, including many low-resource languages nothing else supports. Camera translation, offline packs, and live conversation mode make it the practical choice while travelling.

Main use cases

  • Translating signs and menus with the camera
  • Live two-way conversations
  • Offline translation while travelling
  • Quick lookups across rare languages

Key features

  • 249 supported languages
  • Camera and handwriting input
  • Offline language packs
  • Real-time conversation mode

Pricing

Google Translate is free to use. Listed pricing: Free.

Prices change often, so check the official site before you buy.

Best for

Travel and everyday translation across many languages.

Tags

  • Coverage
  • Camera
  • Offline
  • Free

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Google Translate FAQ

What is Google Translate?

Google Translate has the widest language coverage of any tool, including many low-resource languages nothing else supports. Camera translation, offline packs, and live conversation mode make it the practical choice while travelling.

Is Google Translate free?

Google Translate is free to use. Listed pricing: Free. Prices change often, so check the official site before you buy.

Who is Google Translate best for?

Travel and everyday translation across many languages.

What can you use Google Translate for?

Common uses: translating signs and menus with the camera, live two-way conversations, offline translation while travelling and quick lookups across rare languages.

What are the best alternatives to Google Translate?

Popular alternatives include DeepL, Lokalise AI, Smartcat and Weglot. See the full shortlist on our AI Translation page.

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