Living for ‘Le Weekend’: The English Language Abroad
When it comes to native speakers, English actually fares pretty poorly; there are more native speakers of Spanish and Mandarin than there are of English…
The Demise of Freelance Translators Has Been Greatly Exaggerated
About 15 years ago, an article in the New York Times painted a bleak picture of the translation profession. Soon, it prophesied, freelance translators would…
Translation of The Bible and Evolution of the English Language
There’s a bit of argument over who translated the Bible into English. Officially, the translation was completed by John Wycliffe, and that’s the name you’ll…
And What About Us? English Around The World
When we talk about the English language, we’re usually referring to one of two forms of English. Quite often, this is British English. After all,…
The Fascinating World of Translation, Showcased by Hollywood
When translators watch movies with their fictionalized counterparts, they can’t help but chuckle. The nature of dramatization means that at first sight, Hollywood does not…
Which English Should Your Website Use, and Why Does it Matter?
The project prompt is simple: translate our website from [insert language here] into English. But the follow up question stumps many potential clients: which English…
How the Internet Has Revolutionized the Translation Industry
Fast, reliable, and cost effective translation services are widely available today, but believe it or not, this hasn’t always been the case. Looking back just…
Translation and Dialects
When entering a new market, it’s a good idea to know what type of translation you need to use. Do you need a standardized translation,…
Disproving 3 Common Cliches about Freelance Translators
Should you hire a freelance translator? Ultimately, the answer to that question depends on your individual business needs. But the one thing it should not…
Understanding the Depth of Translating Children’s Books and Fairy Tales Into and From German
German fairy tales have had a profound impact on children around the world for multiple centuries. Tales like Rapunzel, Snow White, and Little Red Riding…