Plains Cree (Nêhiyawêwin) Translation Services
Nêhiyawêwin (Canadian syllabics: ᓀᐦᐃᔭᐁᐧᐃᐧᐣ), Plains Cree is the most widely spoken Cree dialect. Alternative names and spelling include: nēhiyawēwin, the “y” dialect.
It is spoken mainly in the regions of Alberta and Saskatchewan, but there are also a number of Plains Cree speakers in Manitoba, British Columbia and Northwest Territories.
Our English to Nêhiyawêwin (Plains Cree) Translation Services Include:
- Document Translation
- Dialect Consultation
- Audio Video Translation
- Cultural Content Review
- Reverse Translation
- Layout And Formatting
Nêhiyawêwin (Plains Cree) Translation Considerations
- Vulnerable Language: While Plains Cree has more speakers than other Indigenous languages, it can’t be compared with non-Indigenous languages. Plains Cree is classified as a vulnerable language by UNESCO, so all translation requests need to be carefully planned.
- Writing system: Standard Roman orthography and Syllabics. Different types of macrons are used depending on the dialect and community.
- No capitalization: Upper case letters are not used in Cree.
- Language Experts First: Plains Cree translators are, for the most part, not full-time translators but first and foremost they are masters of the language, and often educators, Elders, or community leaders.
- Download the list of communities where Plains Cree is commonly spoken.
*If you’re looking for a different dialect, visit our Cree translation page to explore the full list of Cree dialects.
Why Choose Us?
- Free dialect consultation: Are you unsure about which dialect is best suited for your project? At wintranslation, we provide a complimentary dialect consultation to assist you in making an informed decision.
- Commitment to cultural sensitivity and accuracy: Our dedication to cultural sensitivity is at the core of our translation process. We actively engage in direct collaboration with Indigenous language keepers to ensure that our translations are not only linguistically accurate but also culturally authentic.
- Tailored solutions to meet your specific needs: Whether it’s a complex multi-language project or a niche translation need, we have the expertise and resources to deliver results that exceed your expectations.
- Consistency and Quality Assurance: We employ cutting-edge translation technologies to ensure terminological consistency. Our rigorous quality control process guarantees quality, consistency, and well-formatted translated documents.
Our English to Nêhiyawêwin (Plains Cree) Translation Process
What Our Plains Cree Translation Clients Say
