Which subtitle files can I upload?
This workflow accepts SRT, VTT, ASS and SBV subtitle files.
ENGLISH → RUSSIAN
Translate English Subtitles to Russian
Turn an existing English subtitle track into a Russian version without rebuilding the timing.
- ✓English fixed as the source
- ✓Russian fixed as the target
- ✓Keep cue timing and export SRT, VTT, ASS or SBV
Translate English subtitles to Russian
Upload an English subtitle file. The source and target languages are already fixed for this workflow.
A direct English-to-Russian subtitle workflow
Skip language selection and focus on producing natural, readable Russian subtitles from an existing English track.
Keep the existing timing
Imported cues remain the timing reference, so the workflow can focus on text instead of rebuilding timestamps.
Review Russian: structure, register and subtitle breaks
Russian relies on case endings, grammatical gender and verbal aspect, with freer word order than English. ты/вы changes formality, while names, idioms and punctuation may need contextual adaptation. Review the final wording in Studio before export.
Export for your platform
Use SRT, VTT, ASS or SBV depending on your editor, player or publishing workflow.
How to translate English subtitles into Russian
1
Upload the English subtitle file
Add your existing English SRT, VTT, ASS or SBV file.
2
Start the fixed language pair
English is already set as the source and Russian as the target, so no language selection is needed.
3
Review the Russian version
Continue in Studio, run the translation workflow and check the Russian wording before export.
Subtitle formats supported for English-to-Russian translation
Keep the existing cue structure while translating the subtitle text to Russian.
SRTStandard subtitle files used by editors, players and publishing platforms.
VTTWebVTT subtitles for browser video and HTML5 players.
ASSStyled subtitles with positioning, fonts and formatting.
SBVA simple timed-text format used in video publishing workflows.
Example: English subtitles translated to Russian
The cue timing stays the same while the English subtitle text becomes Russian.
English
1 00:00:01,000 --> 00:00:04,000 Today we'll show you how it works.
→
Russian
1 00:00:01,000 --> 00:00:04,000 Сегодня мы покажем, как это работает.
Where English-to-Russian subtitles are useful
A Russian subtitle track can make English-language videos accessible to audiences in Russia and Russian-speaking communities without rebuilding the video.
Creator videos, interviews & podcasts
Add Russian subtitles to English dialogue while keeping the original video and timing.
Courses & tutorials
Localize English lessons, demonstrations and training material for Russian-speaking learners.
Business & product content
Translate English demos, presentations, onboarding and support videos for Russian-speaking teams and customers.
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Translate English subtitles to Russian – FAQ
Do I need to select English and Russian manually?
No. English is fixed as the source and Russian as the target on this page.
Will the subtitle timing change?
The imported subtitle cues remain the timing basis. The workflow focuses on translating the subtitle text.
Russian: what should I review in this translation?
Russian relies on case endings, grammatical gender and verbal aspect, with freer word order than English. ты/вы changes formality, while names, idioms and punctuation may need contextual adaptation. Review the final wording in Studio before export.
What about ASS styles or VTT metadata?
Complex styling, positioning or player-specific metadata should be checked after translation. Keep the original file as a reference when these details matter.
Create a Russian version of your English subtitle track
Upload the English subtitle file and continue directly to the Russian translation in Studio.
Translate English subtitles to Russian