You can use the Google Translate app to translate written words or phrases. You can also use Google Translate in a web browser like Chrome or Firefox. Learn more about Google Translate in a web browser.
Important: To translate in Chrome on your mobile device, you need Javascript. Learn how to turn on Javascript.
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Important: Live translation in apps other than the Translate app is only available on Pixel 6 and up. Learn more about live translation availability.
- On your Android phone or tablet, open the Translate app
. - Choose a language to translate to and from.
- From: At the bottom left, tap the language pickup bar.
- To: At the bottom right, tap the language pickup bar.
- Enter the word or phrase you want to translate.
- To give the right context to your translation, enter your word or phrase in a complete sentence.
- The translated content will show up.If the translations don’t show up automatically, tap Translate.
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.Listen to your translation
To hear your translation, tap Listen
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Change your translation voice settings
- On your Android phone or tablet, open the Translate app.
- Tap MenuSettings .
- Select the voice setting you want to change.
- To change the accent: Tap Region and select a region.
- To change the speed: Tap Speed and selectNormal, Slow, or Slower.
Settings 
.Share & reverse a translation
- Enter the word or phrase you want to translate.
- At the top right, click Menu.
- To share the translation: Click Share.
- To reverse the translation: Click Reverse.
- To share the translation: Click Share
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