VoiceTra(Voice Translator)

VoiceTra is a versatile speech translation application designed to facilitate communication across different languages, particularly useful for travelers and those welcoming visitors to Japan. Available for free download, VoiceTra supports 31 languages and features an intuitive interface that allows users to verify the accuracy of translations.

Key Features:

VoiceTra leverages advanced speech recognition, translation, and speech synthesis technologies developed by the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT). It converts spoken words into various languages and delivers the results through synthesized speech. The application allows for instant switching of translation directions, enabling two individuals speaking different languages to communicate using a single device. Additionally, text input is supported for languages that do not have speech input capabilities.

VoiceTra is optimized for travel-related conversations, making it ideal for various situations including:

• Transportation: Bus, train, rent-a-car, taxi, airport, transit
• Shopping: Restaurant, shopping, payment
• Hotel: Check-in, check-out, cancellation
• Sightseeing: Overseas travel, serving and supporting foreign customers

The app has also been recognized for its utility in disaster prevention and related scenarios.

While VoiceTra can serve as a dictionary for individual word lookups, it is recommended to input full sentences to benefit from contextual translation.

Supported Languages:

VoiceTra supports a wide array of languages including Japanese, English, Chinese (simplified and traditional), Korean, Thai, French, Indonesian, Vietnamese, Spanish, Myanmar, Arabic, Italian, Ukrainian, Urdu, Dutch, Khmer, Sinhala, Danish, German, Turkish, Nepali, Hungarian, Hindi, Filipino, Polish, Portuguese, Brazilian Portuguese, Malay, Mongolian, Lao, and Russian.

Restrictions and Considerations:

• An internet connection is necessary for the app to function.
• Translation results may experience delays based on network conditions.
• Text input is limited to languages supported by the device's OS keyboard.
• Proper font installation is required for correct character display.
• The app may be unavailable if the server is down.
• Users are responsible for communication fees, which can be significant with international data roaming.
• Developed for research purposes, the app uses servers intended for research and improvement of speech translation technologies.
• While businesses may test the app, continuous use is recommended through licensed private services.

For detailed information, please review our "Terms of Use" at: https://voicetra.nict.go.jp/en/attention.html

What's New in Version 9.0.4

• Last updated on Aug 20, 2024
• Now supports Android 14