Which subtitle files can I upload?
This workflow accepts SRT, VTT, ASS and SBV subtitle files.
FRENCH → ENGLISH
Translate French Subtitles to English
Turn an existing French subtitle track into an English version without rebuilding the timing.
- ✓French fixed as the source
- ✓English fixed as the target
- ✓Keep cue timing and export SRT, VTT, ASS or SBV
Translate French subtitles to English
Upload a French subtitle file. The source and target languages are already fixed for this workflow.
A direct French-to-English subtitle workflow
Skip language selection and focus on producing natural English subtitles from an existing French track.
Keep the existing timing
Imported cues remain the timing reference, so the workflow can focus on the text instead of rebuilding timestamps.
Review register, idioms and regional French
French varies across France, Canada, Belgium and Switzerland. Check idioms, regional vocabulary and whether distinctions such as tu/vous need to be reflected naturally in English.
Export for your platform
Use SRT, VTT, ASS or SBV depending on your editor, player or publishing workflow.
How to translate French subtitles into English
1
Upload the French subtitle file
Add your existing French SRT, VTT, ASS or SBV file.
2
Start the fixed language pair
French is already set as the source and English as the target, so no language selection is needed.
3
Review the English version
Continue in Studio, run the translation workflow and check the English wording before export.
Subtitle formats supported for French-to-English translation
Use the subtitle file you already have and keep its cue structure while translating the text to English.
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: French subtitles translated to English
The cue timing stays the same while the French subtitle text becomes English.
French
1 00:00:01,000 --> 00:00:04,000 Aujourd’hui, nous vous montrons comment cela fonctionne.
→
English
1 00:00:01,000 --> 00:00:04,000 Today we'll show you how it works.
Where French-to-English subtitles are useful
An English subtitle track can make French-language video content accessible to international audiences without recreating the video.
Interviews, podcasts & creator video
Create an English subtitle track for French dialogue while keeping the original video and timing.
Courses & tutorials
Localize French lessons, demonstrations and training material for English-speaking learners.
Business & product content
Translate French demos, presentations, onboarding and support videos for international teams and customers.
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Translate French subtitles to English – FAQ
Do I need to select French and English manually?
No. French is fixed as the source and English 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.
How are regional French variants handled?
French from France, Canada, Belgium and Switzerland can differ in vocabulary, idioms and register. Review the English wording in Studio when tu/vous or regional context affects tone.
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 an English version of your French subtitle track
Upload the French subtitle file and continue directly to the English translation in Studio.
Translate French subtitles to English