阿拉伯语-中文翻译 – Arabic–Chinese Translation Office in Cairo
Professional translation by native-level linguists in 120+ languages
阿拉伯语-中文翻译 means Arabic–Chinese translation. Chinese companies are active in Egyptian construction, manufacturing, energy and e-commerce, and Egyptian importers source from China every day. That creates steady demand for translation directly between Arabic and Chinese – without English as a go-between. COT – Consulting Office for Translation, in Cairo since 1992, provides Arabic–Chinese and Chinese–Arabic translation for business and official use.
Why translate directly between Arabic and Chinese?
Many projects are translated Chinese → English → Arabic. Each step adds the risk of losing meaning, especially with technical terms, legal clauses and names. Direct translation by linguists who know both languages gives:
- More accurate meaning and tone.
- Consistent terminology for products and contracts.
- Faster turnaround, because there is only one translation stage.
What we translate
| Area | Examples |
|---|---|
| Trade and import | Quotations, proforma invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, supplier agreements |
| Contracts and legal | Sales and distribution contracts, joint-venture agreements, powers of attorney |
| Technical and industrial | Machine manuals, specifications, safety data, installation guides |
| Marketing and e-commerce | Product listings, catalogues, brochures, websites and apps |
| Official documents | Commercial registers, degrees, civil records for use in Egypt or China |
Language challenges we handle
- Writing systems: Arabic is right-to-left; Chinese is character-based. Layouts must be rebuilt carefully for catalogues and websites.
- Terminology: Chinese technical terms often have several Arabic equivalents; we agree on one per project and keep it in a glossary.
- Names and brands: we keep official Chinese names and Pinyin with the Arabic rendering, so documents can be matched to registrations.
- Culture: marketing text is adapted, not just translated, to sound natural to Egyptian and Arab buyers – see website localization.
Official documents and certification
When an Egyptian authority needs a Chinese document in Arabic, or a Chinese authority needs an Egyptian document in Chinese, a certified translation is usually required, plus legalisation. Read our detailed guide to certified Chinese document translation and see our certified Chinese translation service page.
Tips for importers and exporters
- Translate the contract before you sign it, not when a dispute starts.
- Agree with your supplier which language version prevails if the texts differ.
- Keep product names and model numbers identical across invoices, packing lists and certificates to avoid customs queries.
- Ask for Arabic labels and manuals early if the product will be sold in Egypt.
How to work with us
- Send your files – editable formats are best for catalogues and manuals.
- Tell us the direction (Arabic → Chinese or Chinese → Arabic), purpose and deadline.
- We confirm the price, team and delivery date.
- A specialist translates and a reviewer checks terms, numbers and names.
For large technical projects, we also coordinate technical translation across Arabic, Chinese and English.
Frequently asked questions
Do you translate into Simplified or Traditional Chinese?
Simplified Chinese by default, as used in mainland China. Traditional Chinese is available on request.
Can you translate product listings for Chinese e-commerce platforms or Arabic marketplaces?
Yes, we translate and adapt titles, descriptions and specifications for the target audience.
Is my business information confidential?
Yes. Contracts, price lists and supplier details are handled only by the team assigned to your project.
Do you also translate Chinese to English?
Yes, and between Chinese and more than 120 other languages on request.
Contact our Arabic–Chinese translation team
Send your files and tell us the language direction and deadline:
- Phone / WhatsApp: +20 111 176 0177
- Email: Operation@cottranslation.com
- Branches in Maadi, Downtown Cairo and Mohandessin – see addresses and opening hours on our contact page.
Note: the information in this article is accurate as of the last-updated date above. Embassies, universities and authorities can change their requirements at any time, so always confirm the current rules on the official website of the receiving authority before you submit your documents.