| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Standard document translation | From UAH 600 |
| Written text translation | From UAH 600 |
| Consecutive interpreting | From UAH 5,000 |
| Apostille or legalisation | From UAH 1,900 |
| Notarial certification | On request |
The Armenian language
The Armenian language is inextricably linked to Armenia — a country with an ancient history and an exceptionally rich cultural tradition. Today, it is the official language of the Republic of Armenia and is used in education, public administration, the media, business and everyday communication.
For Armenians, the language has always been more than just a means of communication. Over the centuries, it has helped to preserve literature, historical memory, religious tradition and cultural identity, even far beyond the borders of their historical homeland.
And those borders are indeed vast today.
Large Armenian communities have formed in the USA, France, Canada, Georgia, the Middle East and many other countries. Consequently, the modern Armenian language thrives both in Armenia and within the diaspora, where distinct linguistic practices have developed over generations.
This geographical spread also has a practical dimension. Armenian is used to draw up personal and official documents, conduct business correspondence, draft contracts, and produce educational, corporate, and informational materials. This is precisely why the need for professional translation arises among both private clients and companies operating across different countries.
The history of the Armenian language: from antiquity to the present day
Armenian belongs to the Indo-European language family, but forms a separate branch within it. It is not a variant of Georgian, Persian or any other neighboring language, although centuries of contact with various peoples have, of course, left their mark on its vocabulary.
A true turning point in the development of written culture was the creation of the Armenian alphabet in the early 5th century, traditionally attributed to the enlightener Mesrop Mashtots.
The emergence of a distinct writing system made it possible to translate religious and scholarly texts, and to develop education, literature and historiography. It was during this period that classical written Armenian — Grabar — took shape, in which a significant proportion of early literary and theological works were composed.
However, the spoken language did not remain static. Over the following centuries, pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary changed, and regional dialects developed. Gradually, these gave rise to the two main modern literary standards – Eastern Armenian and Western Armenian.
Historical migrations and the formation of a large diaspora further cemented this division.
Eastern Armenian and Western Armenian: one language, two standards
Today, Armenian is represented by two main literary variants — Eastern Armenian and Western Armenian.
Eastern Armenian is the main standard in modern Armenia. Government institutions, educational establishments, the media and most companies use it.
Western Armenian is largely preserved amongst the diaspora — particularly in communities in France, the USA, Canada, Lebanon and other countries.
Both variants share a common foundation and use the Armenian alphabet, but differ in pronunciation, certain grammatical forms and vocabulary. There are also differences in written form: in modern Armenia, the reformed spelling system predominates, whilst part of the diaspora retains the traditional orthography.
For a translator, this is not merely an academic detail. A text intended for a government institution in Armenia and material for the Western Armenian community may require different linguistic approaches.
What makes Armenian unique: writing, pronunciation and grammar
The first thing one notices in an Armenian text is its unusual script. The modern Armenian alphabet has 39 letters and visually resembles neither the Cyrillic nor the Latin alphabets.
However, the true distinctiveness of the language runs much deeper.
Armenian has its own system of sounds, and the pronunciation of some consonants differs between the Eastern and Western standards. This is particularly important in interpreting and when rendering proper names and geographical names.
Grammar also has its own peculiarities: a system of declension, a rich range of verb forms, and a fairly flexible word order. Consequently, a literal translation of a construction from Armenian into Ukrainian often sounds unnatural or even alters the nuance of the meaning.
Throughout history, the vocabulary has been influenced by contact with Persian, Greek, Arabic, Turkish and other languages. Modern specialist vocabulary, in turn, is actively enriched by international terms.
Translation from and into Armenian: where accuracy matters
Translating documents — such as passports, certificates, diplomas, references, contracts, and corporate and legal materials — requires particular care.
One of the typical challenges is dealing with first names, surnames, names of institutions, and places. It is important not only to read the Armenian spelling correctly, but also to ensure it matches the information in the passport or other documents. Even a single-letter discrepancy can cause difficulties when submitting a translation to a government body, a bank, or an educational institution.
Equally careful attention must be paid to dates, document numbers, stamps, abbreviations and details.
In legal, technical or financial materials, terminology adds to the complexity. Here, machine translation is practically useless: one must understand the meaning of a term within a specific field and find a natural equivalent in the target language.
It is precisely these details that distinguish professional work from a simple word-for-word translation.
Professional Armenian translation at the STATUS KO Translation Center
STATUS KO Translation Center provides translations from and into Armenian for private and corporate clients in Ukraine and abroad.
We handle personal documents, certificates, diplomas, contracts, business correspondence, and legal, technical, informational, and other materials.
In our work, we adhere to linguistic standards, check the spelling of personal details and contact information, ensure consistency in terminology, and preserve the document’s structure. This is particularly important for lengthy texts: the translation must remain coherent from the first page to the last.
STATUS KO supports more than 60 languages, so if required, we can organize a multilingual project across several countries or audiences.
If you need a translation from or into Armenian, please get in touch with the STATUS KO Translation Center. We will help you determine the optimal working format, assess the volume of material, and calculate the translation turnaround time and cost.
