Early June of 2013 saw a new first in the Senate building in Washington, DC: the Senator from Virginia, Time Kaine, stood up to support an immigration overhaul bill, and did so entirely in Spanish. Sentences, references, and brief statements made in other languages have happened in the past, but not a 15-minute statement. The
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Anyone who has traveled to a foreign country is familiar with the sense of mild amusement that comes from finding public signs horribly mistranslated. Examples of mistranslation mistakes can be found on many websites devoted to such errors, and terms such as Spanglish, Engrish, and Franglish have been coined to describe them. One country, however,
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Among the famous historical translators and interpreters in the industry, one name that comes up frequently is Inca Garcilaso de la Vega. Inca Garcilaso de la Vega had a unique advantage in his life that eventually permitted him to interpret on both a linguistic as well as cultural level. This unique advantage that made Garcilaso
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Recent studies have shown a positive link between a person’s ability to keep time with a musical rhythm and their ability to respond to sounds. More than 100 teenagers in Chicago and its surroundings were asked to listen to a metronome and tap their finger along with it. Accuracy was calculated on how closely the
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Understanding body language is a valuable skill, essential for effective communication, whether in professional or personal interactions. While verbal language may vary, body language often serves as a universal means of conveying emotions and intentions, bridging linguistic barriers. What is Body Language? Body language encompasses a wide range of nonverbal signals, including facial expressions, gestures,
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If you have ever worked in a restaurant or retail store, the phrase “the customer is always right” might have been drilled into your head. But does customer service around the world really follow this rule? Customers have power to influence a company’s profit based on the quality of service they receive by telling others
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Key Points: Introduction Sight translation is the process of reading a document or piece of writing in the original language and translating it out loud in the target language. It is an option for business or other professionals to receive or convey the meaning of certain writings on short notice. It is mostly, though not
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The art of being able to express one’s self in more than one language is a rare and wonderful gift that often requires a lifetime of learning. At a very young age, the human brain is exposed to a series of sounds that begin to create associations in the brain as the young child begins
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Discover Unique Aspects of Japanese The Japanese language is both captivating and unique, offering linguistic characteristics that set it apart from many others. Whether you’re intrigued by its history, grammar, or cultural ties, there’s always something new to learn. Explore these fascinating facts about Japanese! Linguistic Characteristics of Japanese Language Facts Japanese has a blend
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For companies aiming to expand their reach to new markets, especially in non-English-speaking regions, maintaining high-quality translation is crucial. One of the most effective tools for ensuring consistency and accuracy in translated documents is a translation glossary. Creating a thorough glossary not only improves the speed and cost-effectiveness of translation services but also ensures the
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