Main differences that can be distinguished between consecutive and simultaneous interpretation:
1. Interpretation mode
Consecutive interpretation - interpreting after a complete sentence/thought
Simultaneous interpretation - interpretation at the moment of speaking
2. Number of language pairs
Consecutive interpretation - one language pair
Simultaneous interpretation - unlimited number of language pairs
3. Pauses
Consecutive interpretation - interruption of the speaker's speech to perform the interpretation
Simultaneous interpretation - no interruptions to the speaker's speech
4. Simultaneous interpretation of several language pairs
Consecutive interpretation - no such possibility
Simultaneous interpretation - simultaneous interpretation for all participants in an unlimited number of language pairs
5. Distracting impact
Consecutive interpretation - distracting impact on the speaker and participants due to pauses for interpreting
Simultaneous interpretation - smooth speech for the speaker and smooth interpretation for all language pairs
6. Time
Consecutive interpretation - additional time should be allocated for the interpretation
Simultaneous interpretation - no time is wasted in pauses for translation
7. Specialists
Consecutive interpretation - minimum team of translators
Simultaneous interpretation - minimum team of two translators
8. Technical resources
Consecutive interpretation - no additional technical resources
Simultaneous interpretation - interpreting booth and specialized equipment
9. Advantages
Consecutive interpretation - the optimal option in terms of price
Simultaneous interpretation - an innovative working method for professional interpreting