Regardless of whether you’re focusing on Brazilian or European Portuguese, it’s a beautiful and romantic language to learn. But what are the differences between the two, or are they just two sides of the same coin? Although many people aren’t aware of them, native Portuguese…
Even before the pandemic hit, events were a big part of most organizations’ cultures. That was back when we could travel and gather in places and attend conferences and seminars. Today, most events have gone into the virtual space. This means that with a good…
If you’re not familiar with the term BPO (business process outsourcing), you’re not alone. In fact, many people are somewhat fuzzy on what the term actually means, and even more, are unsure of how it can add value to their brand! The secret to every…
Localization is at the forefront of digital transformation and international growth for brands. The shift to a digital-first world sees companies reevaluate their business practices, prioritize digital marketing strategies, and recognize the importance of language as a driving force for the growth of their business….
Even though there are more than 7,000 living languages in the world, UNESCO predicts that more than half of them will be extinct by the end of the century. Even though the term “endangered” is something we use to describe animal populations, some languages are…
Imagine gazing out over the golden plains of the African bushveld, feeling mesmerized by the breathtaking landscapes, when an epic David Attenborough style voice booms out of nowhere: “Welcome to Africa…the land of the wild and free….” What you just imaged is what we call…
If you’ve ever been to Japan, you’re probably well aware of just how massive the vending machine market is. But did you know that vending machines have come a long way from merely selling drinks? In fact, there are now even vending machines that accept…
While some people enjoy music and songs in virtually every language, others want to understand the lyrics they hear. This is why translating songs isn’t only optional; it’s essential for every artist that wants to make it on the global stage. Contrary to popular belief,…
Programming languages, regardless of just how different they seem to spoken languages, do share some similarities with the language humans speak. But can programming languages be translated? And can we do it in the same way we interpret or translate natural language into other languages?…
UPDATED 2021 Localization involves a complex process to ensure that every element conforms to the given standards and specific requirements to answer the needs of target locales and audiences, one of which is linguistic testing. Linguistic testing is part of the non-functional testing after…
Are you looking to enter the global marketplace? Do you have an understanding of cultural differences in business and how they can affect your efforts? In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, our world and the way we do business have undergone some significant changes….
A good movie is something that all of us are passionate about, regardless of where we live or what language we speak. As you know, most blockbuster films are produced by English-speaking countries and distributed worldwide, necessitating the need for movie translation. Movie production is…
