Cantonese interpreter and translation services in the Twin Cities
Apple Tree Interpreters provides Cantonese interpreting and translation for medical, legal, education, and community settings across Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding area. In person, by phone, or by video, and available 24/7.
About Cantonese (廣東話) interpreting and translation
Cantonese is widely spoken in Guangdong province, Hong Kong, and Macau, and by many Chinese families in the United States.
- A separate spoken languageCantonese and Mandarin are different spoken languages, and speakers often cannot understand each other. Request the language the person actually speaks.
- Written formDocuments are usually written in standard Chinese, typically with Traditional characters in Hong Kong. Tell us your reader's needs.
How we can help with Cantonese
Qualified, trained language professionals who show up prepared, with attention to accuracy and confidentiality.
- Medical settingsCantonese interpreting for clinics, hospitals, dental offices, and other healthcare visits.
- Legal settingsCantonese interpreting for attorney meetings, depositions, and other legal situations.
- Community and governmentCantonese interpreting for government agencies and programs, schools, nonprofits, and community organizations.
- In-person interpretingOn-site interpreters across the Twin Cities.
- Phone and video interpretingFast remote access for urgent needs, clinics, and remote offices.
- Document translationWritten translation of forms, letters, and notices into and out of Cantonese.
Request a Cantonese interpreter or translator
Choose the service you need. Most requests are confirmed within 2 hours.
Cantonese frequently asked questions
Can a Mandarin interpreter help a Cantonese speaker?
Usually not. Cantonese and Mandarin are different spoken languages. Please request Cantonese if that is what the person speaks.
Can I request a Cantonese interpreter by phone or video?
Yes. Phone and video interpreting is available for urgent needs and short conversations. Call (612) 400-8903 or use our request options.
Do you translate documents into and out of Cantonese?
Yes. Request a quote on our translation page with the document type, languages, and deadline. Please do not send documents until we confirm a secure method.
How quickly can I get a Cantonese interpreter?
Most requests are confirmed within 2 hours, and we are available 24/7, including weekends. Availability can vary by language and setting, so call us for urgent needs.
Other languages we serve
We serve many other languages as well. Availability can vary by language and setting, so contact us for your needs.
We're here whenever you need us
Day or night, our team is ready to connect you with the right interpreter or translator across the Twin Cities.