Does Communication Require Speaking the Same Language?
A few weeks ago, I played a game whose protagonists were speaking in a language that I did not understand. After doing some research, I
June 18, 2018
Madlibs no More
One of the greatest challenges a translator must face are passages out of context. Without reference materials and context, a quality translation may be completely
February 17, 2018
The Importance of Context
Many times, especially with companies that have never hired a translation service, clients are not entirely clear what a translator may need to generate the
November 22, 2011
Steps to Organize Your Translation Process (Part II)
If you are reading this article and you have not read the first part, I suggest you read it here. If you have already read
August 14, 2011
Petroleum and the Use of Quote Marks
Having recently worked on several documents for clients in the petroleum industry, and in light of the new charges brought against M. Khodorkovsky, a former
April 9, 2010
