Did you know that over 7,000 languages are spoken around the world? And, roughly 40% of these languages are on the verge of going extinct or at risk of language endangerment? These languages on the verge of extinction are categorized as endangered languages. A language…
There are some amazing benefits that come with localizing your website, many of which are linked to giving you the opportunity to gain visibility, attract more customers, and of course, make more money. But what are the benefits of localizing your fashion website? When you…
The ancient Egyptians used a writing system called hieroglyphics. Egyptian hieroglyphs included elegant pictures (hieroglyphs) instead of letters. But the system has changed a lot since it was first invented. And in today’s post, we take a closer look at the evolution of hieroglyphs, unraveling…
As an experienced interpreter and polyglot, the CEO of Day Translations would like to share some of his best tips to interpret in a hospital! I founded Day Translations many years ago in 2007, but my journey and love for languages didn’t start there. It…
Video game localization is the process of adapting game content designed for one region and making it suitable for another. But did you know that there are certain skills video game localizers need? The video game localization process includes translation and changes to game packaging,…
The Rainbow Nation of South Africa is a diverse melting pot of cultures and languages, and it takes an expert approach and loads of localized content to approach this market segment. And that’s precisely where business translation for South Africa comes in. Home to some…
Who doesn’t love a holiday filled with heart-shaped cards, balloons, chocolates, and flowers? For most countries, Valentine’s day is fast approaching and it is exciting to once again see business places and homes adorned with beautiful decorations. But how much do you know about Valentine’s…
Whether you’ve already booked your plane tickets or you’re only just thinking about making the move, starting a life in Canada can be a very exciting prospect. But as with moving to any new place, it’s always nice to know what to expect when you…
Today, every business wants its brand to reach global consumers for better revenues and success. A brand does need robust international shipping partners and a more accessible website. But, they also need to focus on combining their global and local marketing strategies. This new approach…
Blending digital technologies like video conferencing, cryptocurrencies, virtual reality, social media, live-streaming, email, and gaming together, the Metaverse is set to change the way we live and work very soon! But what can we expect in terms of multilingualism and language in the Metaverse? Yes,…
If you’re involved in the video game industry, you may have heard the term video game localization. However, many people ask what is video game localization. What does it involve? And does it affect games? In simple terms, localization takes a product initially created for…
Doing business across borders and across hemispheres is no longer something that will take months going into years to do. Thanks to globalization, advances in technology and the high level of productivity coming out of China, doing business in this country is a possibility. Of…
