Shona Interpreters On-Demand | Professional Shona Translation

24/7 On-Demand Access

On Any Device

Video or Audio-Only

Direct Matching (No operators)

Million

Global native Shona speakers

8.3

seconds

Jeenie Average time to connect

4.9

Stars

Average interpreter rating by clients

Thousand

USA native Shona 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 Shona-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!"

Shona is a Bantu language spoken by approximately 14 million people, primarily in Zimbabwe with communities in Mozambique and Zambia. It is written in the Latin script and is celebrated for its rich oral tradition—including proverbs, poetry, and storytelling—that has been passed down through generations. The language's expressive vocabulary and tonal quality help capture the deep cultural narratives and daily experiences of its speakers.

Jeenie’s Shona interpreters ensure that language barriers do not prevent access to essential services in sectors such as healthcare, legal, and community settings. By delivering precise and culturally informed interpretation, Jeenie supports Shona speakers in communicating effectively in both local and international contexts while preserving the unique linguistic heritage of the Shona people.

Shona culture is vibrant and deeply connected to the land, with traditions that emphasize community, spirituality, and a strong relationship with nature. Celebrations like the Zunde raMambo (a communal harvest festival) and traditional ceremonies such as bira (ancestral worship) are central to Shona identity, while art forms like mbira music—played on thumb pianos—and intricate stone sculptures exemplify their artistic heritage.

At Jeenie, our dedicated Shona interpreters not only facilitate effective communication but also serve as cultural ambassadors. They help convey the rich customs, beliefs, and social practices of the Shona people, ensuring that their vibrant cultural legacy is both respected and shared with a global audience.

How much does Shona interpreting cost?

Across the industry, Shona 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 Shona translators and Shona interpreters the same thing?

We get this question a lot.

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

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

How are Shona 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.