Wikipedia Translation Guidelines for Egemen Kazakstan
Expanding the English Wikipedia requires a careful approach to translating content from other languages. For the article regarding Egemen Kazakstan, contributors are encouraged to utilize existing materials from the Russian and Kazakh versions of Wikipedia to enhance the English entry.
Key Facts
- Translations for Egemen Kazakstan can be sourced from Russian and Kazakh Wikipedia articles.
- Machine translation tools are permitted as starting points but require manual revision.
- Copyright attribution is mandatory in the edit summary.
- Low-quality or unreliable text must not be translated.
The Translation Process
Translators are encouraged to use machine translation services, such as DeepL or Google Translate, to create an initial draft. However, these tools are not sufficient on their own. Translators must adhere to the LLM translation guideline (Large Language Model guidelines), which requires revising errors and confirming the accuracy of the text rather than simply copy-pasting machine-generated content.
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Quality Control and Verification
Maintaining the integrity of the encyclopedia means that any text appearing unreliable or of low quality should be omitted. Whenever possible, translators should verify the facts using the references provided in the original foreign-language article.
Categorization and Templates
To assist in the organization of the site, contributors should specify a topic using the | topic = parameter. This is particularly important as there are already 1,219 articles in the main category, and precise categorization helps users find relevant information more efficiently.
Legal and Attribution Requirements
Proper copyright attribution is a strict requirement for all translations. This must be provided in the edit summary accompanying the translation via an interlanguage link to the source article.
| Source Language | Required Attribution Link | Talk Page Template |
|---|---|---|
| Russian | [[:ru:Егемен Казакстан]] | {{Translated|ru|Егемен Казакстан}} |
| Kazakh | [[:kk:Егемен Қазақстан]] | {{Translated|kk|Егемен Қазақстан}} |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Google Translate for Wikipedia articles?
Yes, but only as a starting point. You must follow the LLM translation guidelines, revise all errors, and ensure the final English text is accurate.
What should I do if the source text seems unreliable?
Do not translate text that appears to be low-quality or unreliable. You should attempt to verify the information using the references listed in the source article.
How do I provide copyright attribution?
You must include an interlanguage link to the source article in your edit summary. For example, use [[:ru:Егемен Казакстан]] for Russian sources.
Why is specifying a topic important for categorization?
With 1,219 articles already in the main category, specifying a topic helps organize the content and makes it easier for other editors and readers to navigate.