Text Translation

Commands

The primary command for translating text is /translate. This slash command provides an intuitive interface for translating any text to your desired language.

Command Syntax 

/translate [target] [optional: source] [text]

Parameters:

  • target-language: The language you want to translate to (required)
  • source-language: The language of the original text (optional, auto-detected if not specified)
  • text: The text you want to translate (required)

Examples

Example 1: Basic Translation

Translate text to a specific language.

/translate source-language:English target-language:French text:Hello world

Result: Bonjour le monde

Example 2: Auto-Detect Source Language

When you don’t specify the source language, TranslateMate automatically detects it:

/translate target-language:German text:Hello world

Result: Hallo Welt

Example 3: Long Text Translation

You can translate longer texts, including multiple sentences:

/translate target-language:Spanish text:This is a longer message that demonstrates the bot's ability to translate complex sentences with proper grammar and context.

Example 4: Using Language Codes

Instead of full language names, you can use ISO 639-1 language codes:

/translate target-language:DE text:Good morning everyone

Result: Guten Morgen zusammen

Translation Features

High-Quality Translations

TranslateMate uses DeepL’s industry-leading translation engine, providing:

  • Context-aware translations that understand sentence structure
  • Natural phrasing that sounds like a native speaker
  • Grammar accuracy with proper conjugation and declension
  • Idiomatic expressions translated appropriately

Supported Content Types

The bot can translate various types of text:

  • Plain text messages
  • Technical documentation
  • Casual conversations
  • Formal communication
  • Markdown formatting (preserved in translation)

Character Limits

  • Free tier: Up to 500,000 characters per month per server
  • Basic subscription: Up to 2,500,000 characters per month
  • Premium subscription: Unlimited translations

Tips for Best Results

  1. Be specific: Clear, well-written text produces better translations
  2. Use punctuation: Proper punctuation helps the AI understand context
  3. Avoid slang: Extremely colloquial expressions may not translate perfectly
  4. Check language codes: Make sure you’re using the correct target language

Alternative Translation Methods

Besides the /translate command, TranslateMate offers other ways to translate:

Need Help?

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