When is “Back-translation” Necessary?
A process that we occasionally turn to in the translation world is back-translation. But, what does back-translation really mean? Back-translation is the process of translating
August 19, 2013
What File Formats Should You Send Us for a Better Translation?
Before beginning a translation project, it is important to let the client know what format the files to be translated should be in. Clients likely
August 17, 2013
What Is SEO?
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategies help to increase the visibility of a website. In this digital era, when Internet presence is worth a lot of
August 7, 2013
How to Learn a New Language (the Unconventional Way)
Many times, one takes it upon oneself to learn a new language. Whether it be for personal or professional reasons, this task may come with
August 5, 2013
What Are the Benefits of Professional Translations?
As a client, when choosing where to have documents such as contracts or certificates from your business, brand, or your personal life translated, it is
August 3, 2013
When Translating, Should We Consult with Other Professionals?
Those of us in the translation business know that a translation is not the result of only one person’s job. A translation requires the participation
August 2, 2013
Multimedia Translation
Today, the need for translations in the entertainment industry continues to grow at a fast pace, which is proven by the constant multimedia translation
August 1, 2013
IATE: the European Union’s Termbase
The Internet serves as an infinite source of translation resources. In addition to the everyday online tools such as dictionaries, grammar forums, encyclopedias, academic publications,
July 30, 2013
What is the Importance of “Transcreations” or Creative Translations?
In a world that is increasingly globalized, creative translations or “transcreation” as we often refer to it in the translation world, becomes a necessity. Today,
July 29, 2013
Cartoons: Our First Connection with the Rest of the World
It is often said that kids are like sponges in the sense that they absorb everything they see, they hear, and understand and in some
July 26, 2013
Colors: Connotations and Symbolism
Not everyone knows it, but colors have psychological connotations that can affect company texts or marketing in both positive and negative ways, depending on where
July 25, 2013
Quality V. Speed
When translating a document, quality is always top priority. However, what happens when the translation is needed urgently? Even though deadlines are important, quality should
July 23, 2013
