Translation and Language Industry Observations
Translation and Language Industry Observations
Singapore, a cosmopolitan city-state and global financial hub, presents a fascinating linguistic landscape that mirrors its diverse culture and dynamic economy. With a population comprising primarily of ethnic Chinese, Malays, and Indians, Singapore’s official languages include English, Mandarin, Malay, and Tamil. This linguistic diversity not only reflects Singapore’s rich cultural tapestry but also plays a …
Nestled in West Africa, Benin is a country of close to 14 Million people with profound cultural diversity and historical depth. This post delves into the intricacies of Benin’s languages, culture, and the unique aspects that make this country a fascinating study in African diversity and resilience. Languages: A Linguistic Tapestry One of the most …
Southeast Asia, a region that comprises ten countries, is a melting pot of cultures, religions, and, importantly, languages. With a combined population of over 650 million people, the linguistic landscape of this region is as diverse and vibrant as its ecosystems. From the bustling streets of Bangkok to the serene landscapes of Bali, language plays …
Happy New Year! At least it is for the some people. In 2023, the Jewish New Year falls at sundown on Friday September 15 and ends at sundown on Sunday September 17. Why does the holiday start in the evening you may ask? The Jewish calendar is based on the Lunar calendar, as opposed to …
Spanish or Castilian? The official language of Spain is Spanish. Obviously. It was at the hands of the Spaniards that the use of Spanish spread throughout America. But many people refer to the main language spoken in Spain as Castilian. The term Castilian is often used as a synonym for European Spanish, and according to …
Digital nomads make the most of the interconnected modern world to make the entire world their office. Digital nomads typically work in fields such as computing or writing, where it’s possible to complete their work online and they have no need to be based in any fixed place. Topping the list of digital nomads are …
Are you interested in Korean culture? Are you involved in international diplomacy or trade? Are you a soldier or teacher traveling to Korea? Or are you, perhaps, a traveler planning a trip to Korea sometime in the future? Whatever reason you have for being interested in Korea, a good place to start is learning their …
Although Canada is the world’s second-largest country by area, it has a relatively small population of only thirty-six million residents and only a handful of cities with a total population of more than one million people. Canada’s largest cities are mostly spread across the country’s southern border, from Vancouver on the Pacific Coast to Montreal …
The United States and Canada share the same continent and boast the longest border in the world. This border is undefended in a military sense, allowing Americans and Canadians to cross back and forth with relative ease. In many respects, the cultures of the two countries are similar. However, Americans travelling to Canada will notice …
As a New Zealander traveling the globe, it must be frustrating and tiresome to constantly hear the question “which part of Australia are you from?” To those who can’t call the great country ‘down under’ or the ‘land of the long white cloud’ home, the difference between an Australian and a New Zealand accent is …
In common with most markets anywhere in the world, Vietnam’s markets are very colourful, vibrant places that teem with cheerful, enthusiastic vendors and savvy, bargain hunting buyers. The larger Vietnamese markets, as can be found in most large towns and cities, generally sell all manner of things such as clothing, shoes, hats, kitchen utensils, rolls …
The coronavirus could not have come at a worst time. During the Chinese New Year, many people take to the roads and railroads, sometimes traveling up to three days to be with family. The outbreak of the coronavirus forced many people to stay at home for the holidays. But for most translators, business is usual …
This post provides valuable insight into the mindset of Latin American customers to help you optimize your website localization efforts. Social scientists have studied cross-cultural communication for decades, and some of their findings can shed light on what should and should not be done when trying to appeal to foreign markets. This article explores some …
