Is Your Language All-Inclusive?
Is it fair to say that a language is non-inclusive or sexist? Most languages (mainly those derived from Latin and Greek) have a somewhat special
July 17, 2017
Capital Mistakes
One of the main doubts English to Spanish translators have is deciding how to choose from the capitalization options the Spanish language has to offer depending on
June 8, 2017
A linguist could save the world
“Language is the foundation of civilization. It is a glue that holds people together, and it is the first weapon drawn in a conflict.” The
April 6, 2017
Translating into a 3D Language
The use of technology has become more and more common when trying to bring new, young students into classrooms, especially when it comes to learning
April 4, 2017
What’s so Funny?
We all have the need to communicate. It is an intrinsic part of our human condition. Whenever we want to relate to someone else, or
January 30, 2017
What’s Best for You: Quality or Usability?
A term that is used very often in most industries is “quality.” But what does it mean in the translation industry? We may certainly start
October 12, 2016
The Challenge of Translating Medical Notes
Going to see a doctor due to an injury or illness is a common practice that takes place every day around the world. After diagnosing the
September 16, 2016
The Challenges Posed by Plurilingual Translation Projects
Translating is a challenge in itself, as expressing the same meaning or conveying the same emotion in two different languages can be a very intricate
August 12, 2016
How to Work with Maps in Complex MPK Format
Every once in a while a new type of file type appears that presents challenges when trying to use CAT Tools. It is common to
August 10, 2016
Translation Quality Assessment
The translation process generally involves three steps: translation, editing and proofreading. In the case of projects with a high word volume, it may be desirable
July 30, 2016
Pre-DTP and Handling PDF Conversions
Previously, we’ve talked about how the different steps of DTP are quoted, but let’s have a specific look at how the preparation of some files
July 19, 2016
6 reasons why you should ask to start using CAT Tools, today!
Not all translators are accustomed to using CAT Tools even though some programs such as Trados SDL have been around for over a quarter of
June 20, 2016
