Author: Nisar Nikzad
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Estevanico the Moor | A Historical Interpreter
Who Is Estevanico? Estevanico, also known as Estebanico or Mustafa Azemmouri, was a 16th-century figure of African origin whose legacy is closely tied to…
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Constructed International Auxiliary Languages
Key Points What is an International Auxiliary Language (IAL)? As countries rise to the status of world powers, their languages become popular and often…
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Much Ado about Translation and Translating Shakespeare
The Global Reach of Shakespeare’s Translations In 2012, the Globe Theater performed Shakespeare in 37 different languages, showcasing his global impact. Shakespeare, one of…
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Learning Languages through Comics
Everyone knows that learning a new language is a task that requires a lot of time and practice. Language learning in a classroom environment…
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5 Things You Didn’t Know About Relay Interpretation
Key Points Even people familiar with relay interpretation often have gaps in their understanding. If you are completely new to the topic, there is…
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Five Things to Remember During Simultaneous Interpretation
Key Points Understanding Simultaneous Interpretation and Its Benefits Simultaneous interpretation presents a unique set of challenges for interpreters and significant benefits for listeners. It…
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Pros and Cons of Telephonic Interpretation: A Remote Language Service
Key Points Introduction In some situations, telephonic interpretation, also known as over-the-phone interpretation (OPI), is preferable over classic in-person interpretation. This remote interpretation method…
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What Is Fan Translation or Fanslation?
What Is Fan Translation or Fanslation? Fan translation, also referred to as fanslation, is an unofficial translation process where fans of entertainment, such as…
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How Language is Processed in the Brain
Key Points The brain is the most complex structure in the human body, and language processing is one of its most remarkable abilities. Neurologists…
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8 Misconceptions About Translation – Part II of II
Continuing from part I. Yes, it’s true that computational linguists have made incredible progress in computer translation technology, but that does not at all…