The `translate` library (by terryyin) is a simple command-line and Python module translator. It aims to provide translations using services like Google Translate, but operates as an unofficial client. The current version, 3.8.0, was last released on November 2, 2025, and maintains an active, albeit infrequent, release schedule.
pip install translateVerified import paths — ran on the pinned version, not inferred.
The quickstart demonstrates basic text translation using the `Translator` class. It initializes a translator for a target language (e.g., French) and attempts to translate a given string. Users should be aware of the default provider and potential rate limits, as detailed in the warnings section.
For production-grade or highly stable translation, consider using official, paid APIs like Google Cloud Translation API (via `google-cloud-translate` library) or other commercial translation services.
Monitor your usage to stay within free limits or configure a different provider. To use another provider, initialize the Translator with `Translator(provider='<provider_name>', to_lang='...', secret_access_key='<your_key>')`. Check provider-specific documentation for key requirements and usage.
Implement delays between translation requests, use caching for frequently translated phrases, and incorporate robust error handling with retry mechanisms. Consider official APIs for high-volume needs.
For critical applications, manually review translated content. If higher accuracy and contextual understanding are paramount, invest in official translation APIs that offer features like glossaries, custom models, and better context handling.
pip install translate
from translate import Translator translator = Translator(to_lang="zh")
Try again later, or configure a proxy for your requests using the `proxies` parameter, e.g., `Translator(to_lang="en", proxies={'https': 'http://your.proxy.com:8080'})`.This error is often a symptom of an underlying HTTP block; try using a proxy, waiting before retrying the translation, or ensuring your network connection isn't interfering.
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