FLExTrans

A Linguist-Friendly Machine Translation System for Low-Resource Languages

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FLExTrans: Machine Translation Software

FLExTrans is your go-to machine translation software designed specifically for low-resource languages. At its core, FLExTrans leverages the Fieldworks Language Explorer (FLEx), a robust lexicon management system that is indispensable for linguists. By integrating FLEx with Apertium, an acclaimed open-source machine translation platform, FLExTrans makes the translation process efficient and intuitive.

Our system stands out by empowering linguists to analyze source texts and craft detailed transfer rules, enabling precise translations at both the word and syntactic levels. Whether you’re a seasoned linguist or new to the field, FLExTrans offers the tools you need to revolutionize your translation projects.

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Why FLExTrans?

FLExTrans addresses the unique challenges faced by linguists working with low-resource languages. While other systems may rely on vast amounts of data, FLExTrans excels with rule-based translation, making it perfect for languages with limited available data. By using FLEx for morphology and lexicon management, and Apertium for transfer, you’re set up for success from start to finish.

Join us in transforming the way languages are translated. Dive into FLExTrans and elevate your translation work today!

Discover how FLExTrans is transforming language translation in the Philippines.

Precise Analysis


Leverage FLEx's advanced morphological parsers to meticulously dissect each word. Approve these analyses to prepare for seamless translation.

Seamless Transfer


Establish accurate connections between word-senses using FLExTrans modules integrated with Apertium. Achieve precise translations ready for synthesis.

Accurate Synthesis


Synthesize translations by assembling target morphemes into coherent texts, adhering to linguistic constraints. Your translated text awaits!

Common Questions

Can FLExTrans help me translate between any two languages?

FLExTrans works best between related languages. In theory, you can translate between any two languages, but big linguistic difference mean lots of work to get translation working.

Do I have to have FLEx lexicons in order to use FLExTrans?

FLExTrans needs FLEx lexicons for the source and target languages. You can import from various formats to a FLEx lexicon. You can also gradually grow your lexicons as you go.

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