What is post-editing?
We cannot deny the fact that there has been technological progress made in all fronts, including in the field of translation. Until the 1970s, machine
With a Little Help From Our…Clients
If you were my client and were looking to translate a technical manual, literature, financial content, marketing collateral, architectural documents…-Well, you get the point!-, I
What Is Usability?
We often come across challenges or difficulties when using a product, a machine or an interface that result from its design. This is what is
Neologisms and Technical-Scientific Translators
Translators who specialize in the technical-scientific field come across difficult words to translate almost on a daily basis. This is not just because of the specificity
Another Way to Learn a Language
Some people like to be informed and keep up with the latest news. They read everything they see, such as magazines, newspapers and books. They
How Hollywood Is Working to Build Its Audiences Through Translation
Those of us involved in translation are fully aware that there are jobs that are easy and others that are difficult. This evaluation depends mostly
Yiddish, a Fusion of Languages
Yiddish is a Germanic language, and its main speakers are Ashkenazi Jews in the United States, Israel and in many countries in Eastern Europe, with
The Translation of the Word “Hangouts” as “Quedadas” in Google+
As we all know, Google did not want to stay behind in the sphere of social networks and has created Google+, with a format similar
Cuban Language Academy
Founded in 1926, this language academy was recognized by presidential decree law number 3388 of August 23, 1951. It is currently located in Old Havana,
When You Get Feedback From the Client
In the previous blog entry “Inquiries to the Client: It’s a Team Effort“, I talked about the fact that often times, the language services provider
