5 Types of Documents that Require the Expertise of a Dutch Translator
Translation is so simple – one might think. You type a word or sentence into automated translation software, and receive the translation in a language…
Need a Translator? Here are 4 Steps You Should Take
So you’ve decided you need a translator. Perhaps your business operates internationally, of a significant part of your audience would prefer to read your materials…
What does Brexit mean for translation services in the US?
Weeks before we knew the leaves would have it, translation services professionals in Europe were locked in debate. “What would a leave vote mean for…
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…