How does the German to English video translation work?

Our automatic transcription software transcribes the German video and our video translator will translate it into English

How can I translate an video file from German to English?

If you want to translate an video recording from German to English, you can use ElevenLabs's transcription and translation services. First, choose a transcription service to convert the German video to text. Once you have received the transcript, you can translate the transcript to English from the editor.

Why should I translate German video into written English?

Translating your German video to text in English has multiple applications. For instance, if you are trying to learn the language, it might help you understand the text better. Another interesting application of translating video files is that you can create closed captions and subtitles in other languages much faster.

Is there any app that can translate German speech to English?

There are plenty of free iPhone and Android apps that can translate German speech into English. However, live video translation might lack precision. Even though we don't offer live speech translation, if you are looking for an affordable, accurate, and fast German to English video translator, ElevenLabs is the best alternative.

Can I translate an German audio to English?

Yes, you can translate an German audio to English using our free audio translation tool . Simply upload your audio file, select the source language, and click “Translate” to get your translated audio.

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Translate German video to English

Upload your German video and get fast, accurate English translations in seconds

Supports .mp4, .mov, and .mkv files up to 1 minute or 50MB.

Fully featured AI video translator

Achieve industry-leading translation accuracy in 99 languages with Scribe. Go beyond transcription with auto-generated captions, video alignment, text-based editing, and seamless API and Studio integration.

How to translate German video to English?

Why translate German to English video with ElevenLabs

Accurate transcription & translation

Our models capture every nuance of your German video, ensuring your English output sounds natural and contextually precise.

Natural, human-like voices

Generate lifelike English speech with our AI voice technology. Choose from multiple voices or clone your own for personalized results.

Fast turnaround

Upload and translate your videos within minutes — no manual editing or technical setup needed.

Secure & compliant

Your files are encrypted and processed under strict data privacy standards including GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO certifications.

Flexible integration

Use ElevenLabs directly in the browser or integrate through our API to scale video translation across your workflows and platforms.

Use cases for German to English video translation

Translate German video easily, whether you’re creating educational content, podcasts or more.

Education & training

Localize lessons, lectures, or e-learning modules for English-speaking audiences.

Marketing & media production

Dub product videos, promotional clips, or voiceovers into English without reshooting.

Podcasts & interviews

Translate entire episodes or highlight segments into English to reach global listeners.

Corporate & internal communication

Provide multilingual meeting summaries or translated onboarding materials for international teams.

Accessibility & inclusivity

Make your German content accessible to English speakers across different formats.

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Start translating your German video today

Translate German to English video quickly and accurately with ElevenLabs. Upload your file, let our AI handle the transcription and translation, and download your ready-to-use English output — all in minutes.

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