The Longest Words in the World
In a post at the beginning of this year, we were introduced to the marvelous world of compound words and the German language. As explained
September 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
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
About Idioms
The Spanish language is very rich in aphorisms, idioms, axioms and other sayings. To speak Spanish fluently, one must understand these phrases that are so
July 2, 2013
Keys to Using MemSource Editor More Effectively
MemSource Editor is a translation assistance tool that is increasingly winning over more supporters. Its simplicity, ability to maintain a copy of all work in
June 26, 2013
A Translator’s Many Hats
A translator’s task is not as easy as a lot of people think. It is not about just sitting down, reading a text and rewriting
June 22, 2013
Is “Okay” a Universal Word?
Having traveled quite a bit throughout my life, I can say with much certainty that there are certain words that I deem “universal.” By this
June 11, 2013
How to Translate Subtitles Using a Translation Tool
Translating subtitles is something that, spurred on by technological advances and globalization, is increasingly in demand. But the main problem with it arises at the
June 6, 2013
One Keyboard for All?
As a Spanish speaker used to always finding the accents in the same corner of my keyboard, whenever I happen to use someone else’s keyboard
May 29, 2013
What Are False Friends?
The great thing about exploring a Romance language (French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and others) is the many similarities one will find amongst certain words in
May 27, 2013
Día E Is Near
Since 2009, on the Saturday closest to the summer solstice, the Cervantes Institute celebrates Día E (S Day): “the holiday of all Spanish speakers,” as
May 15, 2013
