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A handshake is universally accepted as a greeting, both formally and informally. An exchange of “hello” or “hi” is usually enough as a casual greeting among peers. Other cultures kiss each other on the cheek, once, twice, or thrice, with a handshake or a brief…
This next stop on our tour around the world for wedding traditions takes us to China. Sometimes referred to as ‘The Red Dragon’, China is a land filled with a rich history. The Chinese are very proud of their culture and their traditions and today…
Updated 2022 How can I become a Japanese citizen if I have foreign nationality? Is it possible to obtain Japanese nationality? What are my options for dual nationality? Look no further, we have painstakingly put together all you need to know about how to become…
Updated 2022 Our Day Translations blog is exploring our beautiful globe once more and this time we’ve landed in the European Union. Made up of 51 countries, Europe is home to places such France, Germany, and even parts of Russia. And we’ve got some weird…
At Day Translations, we’re passionate about preserving language while also improving global communication. But this goes so much further than just translation. We believe in values, not hierarchies. We’re focused on treating others with respect, giving back to the community, and uniting people from all…
Chinese Double 11 （双十一） is around the corner, every year on 11th November in China, it’s a very large-scale online and offline shopping festival. The Covid crisis accelerated Chinese consumers to even further shift shopping online. The Internet changed people’s lifestyles, and large E-commerce platforms,…
Updated 2022 Ready to learn some British slang terms? You may be visiting the UK and want to be able to keep up with the local dialect. Or you’re from there and want to explore the vocabulary of another region. In both cases, there are…
Updated 2022 ‘Tis the season for carols, hot chocolate, and yuletide cheer. Wait, what tide’s cheer? Yule! If you’ve never heard of Yule, here’s a little something to broaden your festive knowledge base! The word Yule traces back to a holiday celebrated for the new…
Updated 2022 From red wine and beer to distilled liquor, every country has popular national drinks to share with the world. Sweet, bitter, or flavored with fruits or herbs, there’s something tangy and unique to suit every taste. Whether you like to spend Friday…
Updated 2022 The United States observes Veterans Day on November 11 each year. The public holiday pays homage to U.S. Armed Forces veterans. Formerly it was called Armistice Day. The date signifies the anniversary of the end of the First World War, when the Armistice…
Updated 2022 In our globalized world, it seems like finding the most diverse country in the world is becoming harder and harder. Diversity has been a hot topic for decades. Some experts argue that globalization weakens regional and local identities. Others defend that globalization only…
Updated 2022 The meaning of numbers can be different across cultures. The spiritual meaning could be auspicious or ominous. The thing that should be considered is that some numbers that are considered unlucky in some countries are lucky in other countries. What’s in a…
