Cryptophasia: The Secret Language of Twins
Although code languages have existed since the dawn of civilization for all types of uses and circumstances, there is a phenomenon about which very little known: Cryptophasia (Greek for “secret” and...
View ArticleThe Importance of Quality Evaluations
Translation quality is one of our top priorities here at Trusted Translations. In order to maintain our high standards, in addition to the various steps in the translation process (translation, editing...
View ArticleGoogle to the Rescue of Gender Ambiguity
For those of us who began translating before the advent of Google, and primarily those who usually translate from English into Spanish, the arrival of the Silicon Valley giant has created a host of...
View ArticleTranslation Quality Assessment
The translation process generally involves three steps: translation, editing and proofreading. In the case of projects with a high word volume, it may be desirable to add an additional step to ensure a...
View ArticleHumans Vs. Machines: Final Battle
Since the industrial revolution displaced millions of workers, replacing them with machines that were much faster, stronger and more efficient than they, today, many people from a variety of...
View ArticleThe Challenges Posed by Plurilingual Translation Projects
Translating is a challenge in itself, as expressing the same meaning or conveying the same emotion in two different languages can be a very intricate task. However, this task becomes even more...
View ArticleEtymology: The DNA of Words
The word “etymology” comes from the Latin word “etymologĭa” and also the Greek word “ἐτυμολογία,” which is composed of “ἔτυμος étimos” (true sense”), and “λογία” (“the study of”). Therefore, etymology...
View ArticleOnce Upon a Time… There Was Intertext
As readers, we come across different types of texts every day, and increasingly, in other languages. By doing this, we are decoding the symbols that make up words and create meaning. This process is so...
View ArticleTranslation and Intertextuality: The Importance of Reading between the Lines
We’ve already discussed how instances of intertextuality can be found in all texts, whether literary, political or otherwise, as well as in everyday conversations. By mentioning a quote from a book or...
View ArticleIs There Just One Spanish Language?
Most of the time, languages tend to be named after the demonym of their country of origin. However, in many cases this results in a generalization that excludes other native languages from the same...
View ArticleThe Challenge of Translating Medical Notes
Going to see a doctor due to an injury or illness is a common practice that takes place every day around the world. After diagnosing the patient, the doctor prepares a handwritten note so the patient...
View ArticleCan Translation Be Part of an Artistic Expression?
People have used graffiti as a form of social, political and artistic expression for many years. The emergence of hip hop and the widespread use of stencils allowed graffiti to become an art form that...
View ArticleWhat’s Best for You: Quality or Usability?
A term that is used very often in most industries is “quality.” But what does it mean in the translation industry? We may certainly start by discussing whether translation is a science, a craft or an...
View ArticleQuality Assurance Vs. Quality Control
One of the main goals of any organization that provides a good or service to customers is to ensure the quality of the product they offer in order to increase customer satisfaction – and this is no...
View ArticleHumans Vs. Machines: Final Battle
Since the industrial revolution displaced millions of workers, replacing them with machines that were much faster, stronger and more efficient than they, today, many people from a variety of...
View ArticleThe Challenges Posed by Plurilingual Translation Projects
Translating is a challenge in itself, as expressing the same meaning or conveying the same emotion in two different languages can be a very intricate task. However, this task becomes even more...
View ArticleEtymology: The DNA of Words
The word “etymology” comes from the Latin word “etymologĭa” and also the Greek word “ἐτυμολογία,” which is composed of “ἔτυμος étimos” (true sense”), and “λογία” (“the study of”). Therefore, etymology...
View ArticleOnce Upon a Time… There Was Intertext
As readers, we come across different types of texts every day, and increasingly, in other languages. By doing this, we are decoding the symbols that make up words and create meaning. This process is so...
View ArticleTranslation and Intertextuality: The Importance of Reading between the Lines
We’ve already discussed how instances of intertextuality can be found in all texts, whether literary, political or otherwise, as well as in everyday conversations. By mentioning a quote from a book or...
View ArticleIs There Just One Spanish Language?
Most of the time, languages tend to be named after the demonym of their country of origin. However, in many cases this results in a generalization that excludes other native languages from the same...
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