Kunama Interpreters On-Demand | Professional Kunama Translation

24/7 On-Demand Access

On Any Device

Video or Audio-Only

Direct Matching (No operators)

200

Thousand

Global native Kunama speakers

8.3

seconds

Jeenie Average time to connect

4.9

Stars

Average interpreter rating by clients

Hundred

USA native Kunama speakers

The Best Talent

Interpreters love us because they get true flexibility, great compensation, professional growth, and our vocal appreciation for their skills.

Vetted Experience

Interpreters average 4 years of experience across our interpreter network (2 years is required) and must pass rigorous skills assessments.

Top Quality Standards

We set the bar high: interpreters are rated after every single call and must maintain a 4 star rating (out of 5) to remain active on the platform.

— Mayo Clinic

— HHM Health

— Lakeshore Community Health Care

— Mayo Clinic

"Excellent job with a sensitive situation. Very professional."

— HHM Health

"Our interpreter was wonderful; she assisted with calling multiple Kunama-speaking patients. She was so kind and made sure our patient understood and were able to communicate back."

— Lakeshore Community Health Care

"Marcia was absolutely wonderful and professional. Not only did she help the patient, she helped me understand the order of the patients name to correct it in the system. Probably one of the best interpreters I’ve ever had!"

The Kunama language is a Nilo-Saharan language spoken primarily in Eritrea and parts of Sudan. It features unique tonal qualities and a rich lexicon that reflects the deep history and heritage of the Kunama people. Despite pressures from dominant regional languages, Kunama continues to serve as an essential vehicle for both daily communication and the transmission of traditional knowledge.

Jeenie’s Kunama interpreters play a crucial role in bridging communication gaps for Kunama speakers in diverse settings—ranging from healthcare and legal services to everyday interactions. Their expertise not only ensures accurate, culturally sensitive interpretation but also contributes to the preservation and celebration of the Kunama linguistic legacy in a globalized world.

The Kunama culture is rich in tradition, deeply rooted in the rural highlands of Eritrea. It is characterized by vibrant oral storytelling, traditional music, and dance that celebrate community life and the enduring connection to the land. Agriculture and herding continue to be central to their way of life, reinforcing values of cooperation and resilience passed down through generations.

At Jeenie, our dedicated Kunama interpreters do more than translate words—they help share the unique narratives and customs of the Kunama people with the world. By facilitating respectful and effective communication, they empower the community and ensure that the essence of Kunama culture is both understood and preserved, fostering meaningful cross-cultural connections.

How much does Kunama interpreting cost?

Across the industry, Kunama interpreting is typically charged on a per minute rate. With Jeenie, our rates are some of the best in the industry. Your per minute rate will depend on which Jeenie plan you have. See our Pricing page for more details.

Note: Jeenie offers the same rate for Video and Audio-only. Why?
Because we know that video sessions get better outcomes. Video captures non-verbal cues (75% – 93% of most interactions) – making it more efficient and more effective in critical interactions.

Are Kunama translators and Kunama interpreters the same thing?

We get this question a lot.

Kunama interpreters help with spoken interactions. They are present in-the-moment to help people with different languages to communicate (Kunama into English and English into Kunama). Interpreters serve as communication and are experts at cultural nuance. They help to ensure that both parties understand each other.

Kunama translators help with written documents. Translators convert written text into the needed language.

How are Kunama interpreters on Jeenie different from other services?

Jeenie attracts the best interpreters in the world. Truly. We constantly hear from clients that they have NEVER had such amazing interpreters on other services. That skill saves our clients time and minimizes their risk of costly miscommunications. Here's how we excel at quality:

We treat interpreters well.
Jeenie offers linguists great compensation (often the best in the industry), work-life flexibility, ongoing learning to improve their craft, and our heart-felt respect. For this and many other reasons, the best interpreters want to be on the Jeenie platform.

We have extremely high standards.
Unlike most of our competitors who outsource huge chunks of their interpreting needs, Jeenie has created a vetted network of global talent who are active within our platform. This gives us direct oversight on quality and skills assessment. Jeenie interpreters must pass our rigorous skills evaluations, have several years of experience, maintain 4.0 average client rating, and pass ongoing quality tests.