Alex, Author at Trusted Translations, Inc.

The Importance of Quality Evaluations

Translation quality is one of our top priorities here at Trusted Translations. In order to maintain our high standards, in addition to the various steps in the translation process (translation,

July 15, 2016

Cryptophasia: The Secret Language of Twins

Although code languages have existed since the dawn of civilization for all types of uses and circumstances, there is a phenomenon about which very little known: Cryptophasia (Greek for “secret”

July 8, 2016

What Are Pidgin Languages?

A pidgin language is a language based on two or more languages and which has a practical and immediate purpose. It usually arises in diverse situations of contact between speakers,

June 10, 2016

Account Managers, Project Managers and Other Actors in the Translation Industry

To those who are not regular translation clients, all the terms in the translation industry can be quite confusing. Who is the first person with whom we should communicate? An

June 1, 2016

Languages in the Afterlife

Who hasn’t heard of the famous Spirit of the Glass game? There are many rumors and fantastical or sinister stories around it, but the idea is the same: communicating with

May 6, 2016

What Should We Consider when Choosing the Best Translator?

Is simply knowing two languages enough to be successful as a translator? How well do you need to speak a language to do so? What degree of specialization should a translator

April 29, 2016

Numeric and Alphanumeric Expressions

Some translations pose challenges that go beyond mere words; sometimes we must translate the meaning of numbers or alphanumeric expressions. I am not referring to numerology or systems such as

April 22, 2016

The History of a Symbol That Has No Translation: @

Throughout history, the @ sign has been used for many purposes, but its use was never so universal before its application in information technology. If in English it is known

April 15, 2016

How Are Dates Written in Different Countries?

Date formatting is something that every translator must pay attention to. It is essential to write them correctly and intelligibly for the intended audience of the translation. To do this,

April 8, 2016

Four Eyes Are Better than Two

Why do authors, writers and translators require the help of a proofreader to review their work? Producing literary works is an arduous and extensive task, and a work can change over

March 31, 2016

Translator: If You Can’t Beat the Machine, Join It

Is it possible that technology could turn against those who believe they are using it to their advantage? Could a situation similar to that of Terminator II happen in the

March 18, 2016

English and Its Turbulent Origin

English is probably the most widely spoken language in the world. In most cases when someone visits a country where they do not speak the local language, English is often

March 11, 2016

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