Will AI eventually replace translators? Does knowing two languages automatically make someone a translator? What value does a professional translator bring beyond converting words from one language to another?
In this episode of Ask Me Anything, freelance linguist and translator Cruyff Chua tackles some of the biggest myths, misconceptions and questions about the translation profession.
From deciphering Gen Z slang and working from home in pyjamas to becoming the unofficial “grammar police”, Cruyff shares the realities of life as a translator. He also offers a glimpse into the fast-paced world of interpreting, including how K-pop concert interpreter April Kim captivates audiences with her quick thinking and unique style.
As AI reshapes the industry, Cruyff shares his candid views on how the work of translators and interpreters have changed, why the human touch still matters, and how language professionals can continue to thrive alongside in an AI age.
Want to learn more about the future of translation in the AI era? Join Cruyff at the National Translation Committee (NTC) Conference 2026 on 26 September at Grand Hyatt Singapore. Admission is free for all, while seats last! Sign up now:
This video is brought to you in partnership with the National Translation Committee (NTC).
会两种语言，就代表你会翻译吗？AI越来越厉害，翻译员真的会被淘汰吗？翻译这份工作，又是不是大家想象中的“把语言转换一下”这么简单？
这一集《Ask Me Anything》，自由语言工作者及翻译员 Cruyff Chua（蔡柯富）将解答大家对翻译行业的各种疑问，并打破一些常见的刻板印象。
从看不懂“capping”、“that actually ate”等 Gen Z 用语，到在家穿着睡衣开工、忍不住纠正身边人的语病，Cruyff带大家走进翻译员鲜为人知的工作日常。
面对 AI 的快速发展，翻译员真的没有未来了吗？Cruyff 谈到 AI 为行业带来的实际冲击，以及为什么语境、文化和人的判断依然无可取代。想要继续从事这个行业的人，又该如何在 AI 时代继续发挥价值？
想参与讨论和寻找答案的话，就一定要报名参加2026年9月26日举行的全国翻译委员会研讨会，与Cruyff一同探索AI时代下翻译员的新角色。免费报名，名额有限：
本期内容由全国翻译委员会赞助。
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:21 Translator reacts to Gen Z slang
01:01 Reaction to April interpreting for IU
02:33 Is there work life balance?
03:44 Why he became a translator
04:26 Most common stereotypes
05:45 Reality of translation pay
06:52 What translation jobs are out there?
07:24 Will AI replace translators?
08:48 Advice for aspiring translators
Credits:
Featuring 嘉宾: Cruyff
Producers 编导: 林诗慧
Film Crew: Studio+65
Graphics 美术: 陈佳星
Video Editor: 王威霖
Subtitles: 林诗慧
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