Google Translate is adding support for 110 new languages
The move will break down barriers and bring us closer to a truly interconnected world.
Ever been in a community or country where you couldn’t understand a word? Or tried to decipher a menu in a foreign restaurant and ended up with a mystery dish? Google's latest update to Translate might just be the global traveller’s dream come true.
With the update bringing an addition of 110 new languages to Google Translate, Google is aiming for a world without language barriers. This brings the total number of supported languages to a whopping 243, opening up a world of possibilities.
The secret behind this is Google's PaLM 2 AI language model. This technology learns languages that are closely related, making it easier for Google to add languages like Awadhi and Marwadi, which are close to Hindi, and various French creoles such as Seychellois Creole and Mauritian Creole.
This is also a breakthrough for developers working with iOS apps. Integrating Google Translate’s expanded language support means your apps can now connect with a broader audience. Whether you’re developing a travel app, an international e-commerce platform, or a global communication tool, this expansion opens up new possibilities for reaching users in their native language.
Google Translate can now assist approximately 614 million more people worldwide, translating for roughly 8% of the global population that speaks these newly added languages. This feature is accessible via translate.google.com or the Google Translate app on Android and iOS.
With AI continuing to evolve, the dream of a world where everyone understands each other is no longer so far-fetched.
Emmanuel Oyedeji
