Technical Translation Dictionary: Create Your Glossary Free

Build a dynamic technical translation dictionary free. Centralize your technical translation vocabulary & glossary for technical translation with Smartcat's AI to ensure accuracy and consistency across all content.

20% of the Fortune 500 maintain brand and technical consistency with Smartcat. Top enterprise teams rely on our platform for terminology management at scale.

Achieve Consistency in Your Technical Content

70%

less manual effort

Eliminate time-consuming terminology lookups with a centralized, AI-powered glossary.

4x

faster content creation

Accelerate localization cycles by automating terminology use across all projects and content types.

95%+

terminology consistency

Deliver a unified brand experience with an AI platform that adapts to your approved technical vocabulary.

Deploy Consistent UI Terminology Globally

Use your central technical translation vocabulary to automatically ensure every UI element—from buttons to prompts—is consistent, accurate, and on-brand in any language.

Standardize Your Technical Documentation

Build and apply a glossary for technical translation to all your documentation. Deliver clear, accurate help centers, user manuals, and guides for faster global adoption.

Unify Cross-Functional Teams

Provide a single source of truth for terminology with unlimited seating for seamless collaboration. Ensure marketing, L&D, and product teams all use approved language.

Sync Terminology with Your Tech Stack

Integrate your glossary directly with your repo or design tools. The platform automatically detects content changes and applies the correct terminology, keeping content deployment-ready.

A 3-Step Process for Consistent Terminology

1

Build Your Glossary

Create your technical translation dictionary by importing existing term sheets or building a new one from scratch. Define terms, add context, and set usage rules.

2

Deploy Across Projects

The AI agent automatically recognizes and applies your approved terminology during content creation and localization, ensuring consistency across all projects and file types.

3

Refine and Improve

Invite internal reviewers to polish content. Every correction they make trains the AI, continuously improving the accuracy and relevance of your technical translations dictionary.

AI-Powered Tools for Translating Technical Jargon

Product

Development

Documentation

Training

Ensure Product UI Consistency Worldwide

A central technical translation dictionary ensures your product's UI is clear and consistent for every user, helping you ship localized products without slowing down releases.

Localize product content

Cynthia Gibbs

Learning Service Manager

“We can quickly get things translated into whatever language we need and make our content accessible to our audiences.”

"From the moment the English content is published to the moment the localized version is published happens in half the time than it did before."

Nadia Anagnostopoulou

The Choice of Global Technology Leaders

9.6/10

for ease of setup

9.3/10

ease of use

1,000+

global corporate clients

20%

of the Fortune 500

Proven Results for Enterprise Product Teams

+30%

ROI

Achieved through centralized and automated technical content workflows.

31+

hours of work saved monthly

Reduce repetitive manual tasks while improving overall content quality and consistency.

92%

faster turnaround

By utilizing Smartcat’s AI agents instead of third-party language service providers.

Secure & Compliant Terminology Management

Smartcat protects your proprietary technical terminology with full encryption at rest and in transit. Our platform is GDPR and SOC II compliant, with role-based access controls to keep your data secure.

Ready to Centralize Your Technical Vocabulary?

Smartcat AI Agents provide the tools to build, manage, and deploy a consistent technical translation vocabulary across your entire enterprise. Start for free today.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a technical translation dictionary in Smartcat?

A technical translation dictionary in Smartcat is a centralized, dynamic glossary (also known as a termbase). It's more than a static list; it's an intelligent hub where you store, manage, and define your approved technical translation vocabulary. This ensures all content creators, from marketing to product teams, use consistent terminology.

How can I create a technical translation dictionary for free?

You can create a technical translation dictionary free with any Smartcat account. Simply sign up, navigate to the linguistic assets section, and start building your glossary. You can import existing spreadsheets (like CSV or Excel files) or add terms manually. There are no limits on the number of terms you can add.

What tools can help with translating technical jargon?

Smartcat provides a comprehensive answer to the question, 'what tools can help with translating technical jargon?'. The platform combines a centralized glossary for technical translation with AI that automatically suggests approved terms during content review. This pairing ensures that complex jargon is handled accurately and consistently across all materials.

How does a glossary for technical translation improve quality?

A glossary for technical translation is crucial for quality. It eliminates ambiguity by providing a single source of truth for terminology. This improves consistency across different content types, reduces errors, accelerates the review process, and ensures your brand's technical voice remains uniform in every language.

Can I integrate my technical translation vocabulary with other tools?

Yes. Smartcat allows you to integrate your technical translation vocabulary with a wide range of tools, including CMS, code repositories like GitHub, and design platforms like Figma. Through our integrations and API, your technical translations dictionary becomes a seamless part of your existing workflows, ensuring consistency everywhere.

How does Smartcat secure my technical translations dictionary?

Security is paramount. Your technical translations dictionary is protected with enterprise-grade security. Smartcat is SOC II certified and GDPR compliant. All data is encrypted, and role-based access controls ensure that only authorized team members can view or edit your proprietary terminology.

Who can use the glossary for technical translation?

Everyone in your organization can benefit. Marketing teams use it for consistent campaign messaging, L&D departments for accurate training materials, product teams for clear UI text, and developers for in-app content. With unlimited seats, Smartcat ensures every stakeholder has access to the approved technical vocabulary.

How does Smartcat's AI learn from my technical terminology?

Smartcat’s AI uses a continuous learning loop. When you create your glossary, the AI immediately starts using it. As your internal or external reviewers make corrections and updates to content within the Smartcat Editor, the AI learns from this feedback. This process refines the AI's understanding, making future content creation even faster and more accurate.

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