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SDL MultiTerm

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description SDL MultiTerm Overview

SDL MultiTerm is terminology management software developed by SDL, which became part of RWS following RWS's acquisition of the company in 2020. It allows users to create, maintain, search, and share structured multilingual termbases containing approved terms, definitions, contextual information, and other metadata. The application is intended for translators, terminologists, and localization teams that need consistent specialist vocabulary across projects and documents.

help SDL MultiTerm FAQ

Does SDL MultiTerm work with Trados Studio?

Yes, SDL MultiTerm integrates directly with Trados Studio as the terminology management component of the SDL translation technology suite. Both products were developed by SDL, which was acquired by RWS in 2020, so they now operate under the RWS brand while retaining their original product names and functionality.

What is the difference between a termbase in MultiTerm and a translation memory in Trados?

A MultiTerm termbase stores approved multilingual terms, definitions, and context information for specific words or phrases, while a Trados translation memory stores full translated sentence or segment pairs from previously translated content. The termbase ensures consistent terminology across translations, while the translation memory reuses previously translated sentences.

Is SDL MultiTerm free or do I need a license?

SDL MultiTerm requires a license from RWS (formerly SDL), though certain versions or reduced-functionality editions may be bundled with Trados Studio purchases. RWS offers various licensing tiers depending on whether the user is a freelancer, a team, or an enterprise customer.

Can I use SDL MultiTerm without Trados for terminology management?

Yes, SDL MultiTerm can function as a standalone terminology management application independent of Trados Studio. Users can create, maintain, search, and share structured multilingual termbases directly within the MultiTerm desktop application, though the integration with Trados provides the most seamless workflow for translators.

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