The Dynamic Interplay Between Society and Language
Understanding the Relationship Between Language and Society The relationship between language and society is deep and inseparable. Every community develops its own way of speaking, shaped by its history, culture, identity, and social structure. In the same way, language influences how people think, behave, and interact. Exploring language and society helps us understand why languages […]
Building Across Borders and Expanding Overseas
Taking on an overseas project? Working with clients in a different country? While expanding overseas is an exciting undertaking, it can also present a number of challenges. Some of these are more predictable than others: financial and physical limitations, for example, are to be expected when expanding overseas. Cultural challenges, however, are sometimes less obvious […]
Exploring Word Count Tools
Many translators generate their revenue by charging a rate per word. For both the company receiving translation services and the translator, having an accurate word count becomes important to ensure a fair business transaction. However, many Office programs, including Microsoft Word, do not generate an accurate word count. These programs’ standard word count tools fail […]
How to Interpret Cultural and Language Differences
Key Points Introduction In today’s interconnected world, awareness of cultural and language differences is crucial for effective global communication. Cultural interpreters play a vital role in helping people from diverse cultures connect clearly and respectfully. Many people ask, How do you handle cultural differences in interpretation? The answer lies in a deep understanding of culture, […]
How Language affects Emotional Expression
Key Points: Introduction Emotional expression is a universal human trait, yet the way emotions are expressed through language varies widely across cultures. Have you ever wondered how emotions in different languages compare or why is it easier to express emotions in second language for some people? The interplay between language and emotion is complex, with […]
The Different Meanings of Marketing with Color
As more and more businesses shift their operations from a local to a more global approach, it is important to consider the effect of certain marketing techniques. An online presence, professional brochures, business cards, and outstanding customer service all play a role in domestic and international success, but what are some considerations specific to marketing […]
Welcome to the 2014 FIFA World Cup!
Today is the day that you’ve been waiting for! June 12th, 2014 officially marks the start of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, where 32 teams will play the internationally-loved game of soccer to see who wins the title of world champion. The Cup will start with the first match today, at 2:00 p.m. Mountain time, […]
How Your Business Can Perfect its Google Search
Whether you are reading this in order to increase the efficiency of your business or are just interested in how to find sites easier in Google for your personal life, these tips can assist you in filtering through all the websites you don’t care about in order to find exactly what you’re looking for! Additionally, […]
Interpreting Culture
We’ve talked a lot about interpretation in this blog and on our website. We have an ebook devoted to top ten tips for interpreters and translators and a resource guide for working with interpreters and interpretation equipment. What we haven’t’ addressed as much, and what perhaps needs to be considered, are the ways in which […]
Taking Translation Courses Abroad
Even before applying to be an intern at Translation Excellence (TE), the idea of translation deeply interested me. As a French and Spanish major, I was drawn to the idea of working for an industry whose primary goal is to facilitate communication among people across the globe. It was for this reason that I decided […]