Check a translation for mistakes

Paste the original text and its translation, and this prompt lists every problem it finds, quoting each line with a simple explanation and a better version. It finishes with the full corrected translation.

text-translation-checker — chatgpt — 69 words

Check this translation from [SOURCE LANGUAGE] to [TARGET LANGUAGE].

Original:
[PASTE ORIGINAL]

Translation:
[PASTE TRANSLATION]

Who will read it: [e.g. customers, a government office, family]

List every problem you find: meaning changed or missing, grammar mistakes, words that sound unnatural or too literal, and wrong tone or formality. For each, quote the line, explain the problem simply and give a better version. Then give me the full corrected translation.

For legal, medical or government paperwork, use a professional human translator. AI is a good first check, not the final word.

How to use this prompt

From copy to answer in four steps

  1. 1

    Open ChatGPT and start a new chat.

  2. 2

    Paste the prompt.

  3. 3

    Replace each [BRACKETED] field with your real details and paste in your own text where asked.

  4. 4

    Reply with follow-ups such as "make it shorter" or "make it sound more like me".

FAQ

About this prompt

Which AI tools work with this prompt?

It is written for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste it into your preferred tool and adjust the wording if the result is off.

What do I need to fill in?

Replace these fields before you send it: SOURCE LANGUAGE, TARGET LANGUAGE, PASTE ORIGINAL, PASTE TRANSLATION. Each field shows an example in the prompt.

Should I paste private information into the prompt?

Only what the task needs. Remove names, contact details and other sensitive data before pasting a resume or document into any AI tool.

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