What must we take into consideration when translating personal documents?
Undoubtedly, whenever we envision moving abroad to a country where the language is other than our native language, we must take into account that our
October 9, 2013
What Will the TAUS User Conference 2013 Be Like?
This year, Portland will be the city hosting the TAUS User Conference, which will take place on October 14 and 15. The conference will be
October 8, 2013
How Japanese Language and Tradition Work Together
Every so often we are faced with new expressions that are renewed from generation to generation. This, often due to the cultural expansion we currently
October 7, 2013
What are the Obstacles of a Literary Translation?
Without a doubt, and more so in a world that is increasingly globalized, the translator’s principal objective is not only conveying a message in one
August 22, 2013
When is “Back-translation” Necessary?
A process that we occasionally turn to in the translation world is back-translation. But, what does back-translation really mean? Back-translation is the process of translating
August 19, 2013
When Translating, Should We Consult with Other Professionals?
Those of us in the translation business know that a translation is not the result of only one person’s job. A translation requires the participation
August 2, 2013
What is the Importance of “Transcreations” or Creative Translations?
In a world that is increasingly globalized, creative translations or “transcreation” as we often refer to it in the translation world, becomes a necessity. Today,
July 29, 2013
Cartoons: Our First Connection with the Rest of the World
It is often said that kids are like sponges in the sense that they absorb everything they see, they hear, and understand and in some
July 26, 2013
Quality V. Speed
When translating a document, quality is always top priority. However, what happens when the translation is needed urgently? Even though deadlines are important, quality should
July 23, 2013
About Idioms
The Spanish language is very rich in aphorisms, idioms, axioms and other sayings. To speak Spanish fluently, one must understand these phrases that are so
July 2, 2013
Should Acronyms Be Translated?
Acronyms are an important chapter in the translation world. It’s essential to know how to go about them in order to achieve consistency in the
June 28, 2013
The Art of Living and Surviving a Life of Deadlines
It is said that life is measured in moments, however, the life of a translator as well as the life of any person who works
June 16, 2013
