Firsts Quote by Suzy Kassem
“Never trust the translation or interpretation of something without first trusting its interpreter.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Art of Being Human", 2014
One must first trust the interpreter before trusting any translation or interpretation.
In simple terms: Trust the interpreter first.
Verify source credibility.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- reading scholarly work
- legal documents
- media analysis
- cross‑cultural dialogue
- educational settings
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess an interpreter’s reliability?
- What safeguards ensure accurate understanding?
Even trusted interpreters can be biased.