Interpreting &
translation
Miranda To
Chartered Linguist · CIOL member
I’m Miranda, a freelance interpreter and translator. I help people understand one another — with care for the words, the context and the person behind them.
Let’s discuss what you need01 / Services
Interpreting between English and Chinese — Cantonese and Mandarin — to support clear, thoughtful communication. I am trained in both simultaneous and consecutive interpreting.
Translation that pays attention to tone, cultural nuance and purpose, not just individual words. My work spans English and Chinese, including traditional and simplified Chinese writing.
Every enquiry has its own context. Tell me the languages, subject and timing you have in mind, and we can discuss the right approach.
02 / About Miranda
I’m a native Cantonese speaker and a Chartered Linguist, working with English, Cantonese and Mandarin. My focus is on helping people communicate with confidence and understanding.
Before returning to the UK, I spent much of my career with multinational banks in Hong Kong, including Standard Chartered and the Hong Kong & Shanghai Banking Corporation. That experience shaped my appreciation of clear communication, professional integrity and trust.
Professional standing with the Chartered Institute of Linguists.
View Chartered Linguist profileWork that connects people
My public-service experience includes freelance interpreter registration with Leeds City Council and work with HSE. I also work with Clear Voice, an interpreting service supporting Migrant Help and its work with asylum seekers, refugees, and people affected by human trafficking and modern slavery.
This is the work that matters to me: making space for people to be heard and understood.
Cultural context shapes how we communicate. I pay attention to nuance so the intended meaning comes through.
Sensitive information deserves discretion. I respect my clients’ privacy and work with strict confidentiality.
High standards of bilingual proficiency, integrity and a thoughtful approach to each assignment.
03 / Get in touch
Need an interpreter or a translation? Email me to discuss what you need, or to ask more about my experience.
Email MirandaA useful starting point: the languages you need, the subject, your preferred date or deadline, and whether the work is in person or remote.
Please avoid sending sensitive documents in your first email. We can agree how to share them after discussing your enquiry.
