What is Interpretation?
In my work as a translator, I often hear people, due to an understandable unfamiliarity, tell me that they once again needed an “oral translation”.
October 30, 2009
Further Thoughts on Localization
Were you perhaps under the impression that localization meant customizing your message (website, documentation, sales material, etc.) to a foreign language-speaking market abroad? Well, despite
October 29, 2009
Translations for India
India’s market is one of the largest in the world, with over 1 billion people and a growing economy. However, given the scope of its
October 28, 2009
What is Trados?
When you are looking to pay for a professional translation, the is a good chance you will come up against a magic word: Trados. What
October 24, 2009
Last Minute Changes During Translation Projects
Everybody knows that the rhythm of today’s business world means that business leaders often need to send off documentation for translation that will undergo subsequent
October 23, 2009
Language Map of Europe
The map of Europe posted above is an excellent example of why localization is so important. Translators and companies who are looking for translations should
October 23, 2009
Internationalization First, Localization Second
In the present day and age, a large volume of translation projects are requested by customers that are intent on localizing their products, sales pitches,
October 21, 2009
How Much Do Translations Cost?
The price of a translation cannot be estimated based on such imprecise factors as the number of pages in the project, as some pages may
October 16, 2009
Do We Need Certified Translators?
Let’s say that you are dealing with some important paperwork between two languages (a birth certificate from a different country, perhaps) and suddenly the man
October 16, 2009
Good Results Demand Better Communication
The more translation projects I have been involved with, the more I realize that communication is a fundamental aspect of translation–not only on the translator’s
October 15, 2009
More on Proofreading
In my last post I covered how a professional proofreading covers the aspects of style, cohesion, and grammar in a work of any size. There
October 13, 2009
What’s the Minimum Number of Translators Involved in Each Translation Project?
Some clients may not be aware of it, but each translation project—no matter how small—involves the work of various translation professionals. The “translator” is the
October 9, 2009
