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It may be confusing when people talk about continents. The number of continents in the world depends on where you are located or where you studied. In the United Kingdom, Australia, the United States, and other English-speaking countries, in many parts of Western Europe, the…
Are you clued up on the world’s least spoken language? The latest statistical data from Ethnologue places the number of living languages in the world at 7,099. The number could be more since the remote areas in places such as Papua New Guinea and the…
The main origin of the Romance languages was Latin. Spanish, which is one of the Romance languages, is different from the others. It has a wider lexicon that is made richer by the linguistic elements from the Arabic languages. The Spanish language is one of…
Language services come in two major components, translation and interpreting. Each one has several sub-branches, specific services to cater to different topics. One sub-branch under translation is transcription, which is currently one of the fastest growing jobs in the United States. Transcription converts audio files…
In the translation business, accuracy and quality in any type and size of the project is a critical requirement. The reputation of the company and its translators depend on the quality of product they deliver to any client, whether they are individuals or corporations. Even…
South Africa speaks 11 languages officially: Afrikaans, Ndebele, English, Northern Soho, Swazi, Sotho, Tsonga, Venda, Tswama, Zulu and Xhosa. There is also South African English. Most people in South Africa speak one or two official languages, except for about two percent. For 15 years (1910-1925),…
The holidays are almost over and it’s time to shrug off the Christmas sweaters, stripy pajamas and lethargy, and get your batteries charged up for the year ahead! Chances are you’ve made your resolutions, set your goals and you’re biting at the bit to get…
Software development projects are complicated, and localization adds to the complexity. If you are working within tight timelines and a small budget, it can be challenging to accomplish your development and localization goals. However, with correct planning and implementation, you can complete your software localization…
If you’re in England, Canada, the United States, the Philippines, and Australia or possibly in Antarctica, Fiji, Jamaica, Cayman Islands and other English-speaking countries, the most common greeting this time of the year is “Merry Christmas!“ The language difference does not alter the fact that…
There is an interesting debate among the anime community over whether anime series should be watched dubbed in English or in the original Japanese language with English Subtitles. This discussion has been going for years and it is known as the “age-old question”: Is it better…
The translation industry is big business, and finding the right translation company for your unique needs can be a challenge. When it comes to getting the best language services, TransPerfect, Lionbridge, and Day Translations are three of the best translation companies worth comparing. The Common…
Being able to communicate a message to people across the globe and be understood is something every business owner dreams of. That’s why many turn to agencies to translate their marketing materials. But if you’ve never worked with a translation services provider before, translation tips…
