8 examples of funny translation mistakes

  • Posted by Stephen Whiteley
  • On 29/07/2019
  • etymology, False friends, language learning, Marketing, Professional translators, Quality
Funny translation mistakes One reason we’re glad the proposed world language Esperanto hasn´t really caught on; we can still enjoy funny translation mistakes… Though, for most parts, we are doing a fairly darn good job of it – translating between languages, that is. However, as these examples show, there are still those moments when good […]
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The Role of the Internal Reviewer Part 4

  • Posted by Stephen Whiteley
  • On 14/07/2015
  • Business translation, internal review, Professional translators
“Preferences” versus “mistakes” – languages are not only constantly evolving, they also vary enormously between regions (the industry refers to these variations as “locales”). In fact, they even vary between speakers (native versus non-native, and even among native speakers). Paradoxically, most people (linguists and non-linguists alike) are convinced that THEIR version of the language they […]
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QuickSilver’s philosophy regarding confidentiality in translation

  • Posted by Stephen Whiteley
  • On 08/07/2015
  • Professional translators
QuickSilver’s philosophy regarding confidentiality and data protection in translation: By its very nature, the translation industry is concerned with confidentiality. Like doctors, lawyers and priests, translators are used to handling sensitive, private information. For this and other reasons, the translation industry has strict code of ethics which QuickSilver adheres to rigidly. The confidentiality of the documents and information we work with is of the highest […]
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Why is it important to localize?

  • Posted by Stephen Whiteley
  • On 01/07/2015
  • Linguistics, localization, Professional translators, traducción, traducciones
Why is it important to localize?  In an increasingly globalised and borderless world, communicating your global message to local markets (localization) is more important than ever. The quality of your translated content — whether in your webpage, marketing collateral or legal documentation — speaks volumes for your own commitment to quality and respect for local […]
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