4 levels of Preferences in corporate translations

  • Posted by Stephen Whiteley
  • On 11/07/2019
  • Business translation, corporate translation, glossaries, internal review, localization, Translation
Translation is not an exact science. You cannot simply say that "A" in one language can ONLY be translated as "B" in another language. More than 30 years in the translation industry have shown us that there is ALWAYS another possible translation for any particular word or expression, depending on a number of factors. So how can we ensure quality in translation? Understand the 4 types of preferences and manage a GLOSSARY.
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The Story of ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’

  • Posted by Cristina
  • On 17/04/2019
  • bohemian rapsody, rock songs, Translation, translation songs
Freddie Mercury (born Farrokh Bulsara) wrote “Bohemian Rhapsody” in 1975 for the British rock band Queen. The piece has come to be regarded as one of the strangest, most-inspired, and least-understood songs in the history of rock. Ever since it was recorded in September 1975 it has provoked controversy due to the complexity of the […]
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Bilingual Rocks! Fela Kuti

  • Posted by Stephen Whiteley
  • On 04/03/2019
  • bilingual, bilingualism, Fela Kuti, Nigeria, Translation
Fela Anikulapo Kuti was a bilingual Nigerian musician and composer. Renowned for being a pioneer of the Afrobeat music, Fela was also known for his human rights and political activism. His music represents both Africa, and his homeland Nigeria, as a vibrant and powerful place. Music journalist Randall Grass described him as one of Africa’s most […]
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Survival rates of endangered languages

  • Posted by Stephen Whiteley
  • On 28/02/2019
  • endangered languages, language learning, languages, minority langiuages, Translation
The disappearance of endangered languages ​​is not just a present-day occurrence. In the last 5000 years, linguists have estimated that at least 30,000 languages ​​were born and disappeared. Usually, without leaving a trace. However, with time it is clear that the rhythm of language mortality has increased dramatically, especially since the European colonial conquests. For […]
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How to write a great Cover Letter

  • Posted by Stephen Whiteley
  • On 19/02/2019
  • cover letter, English, resume, Translation, translator
Any time a single job post pops up online or the dailies, it is only a matter of time before managers will be inundated with hundreds of resumes and cover letters. As a prospective employee, all you have to make an excellent first impression is a well-written and well-constructed cover letter. If your cover letter […]
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