International Translation Day is celebrated every year on September 30, which is the feast day of Saint Jérome, the patron saint of translators who was the first to translate the Bible into Latin (fun fact: he originally translated the Bible all from Greek, but as...
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Somebody pinch me, because I think I am still dreaming. A few years ago, I had a dream of becoming a court interpreter. It is no secret that my passion has always been interpreting. It never feels like I am working, and so it was only...
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It's been 13 years since I started TransPremium, my freelance translation business, and I felt like now is the perfect time to write a blog post detailing all the stages of growth I have gone through as a business professional, and as a person. So,...
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Ah, coffee, the language of love. To me, there is nothing like waking up to the inviting aromas of a freshly brewed cup of coffee. Just that smell alone puts a smile on my face, let alone savoring that first sip that transports you to...
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Being able to speak a second language is an incredible skill. Few people around the world can master more than one language, giving those who are able to achieve this an edge that will set them apart from others when looking for work. Of course,...
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This huge announcement couldn't have come at a better time. Today, September 30, is International Translation Day. A day I celebrate every year with my fellow language service professionals. But this year, it is different. This year, it is extra special. Today, I am proud to announce...
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Hearing well matters. Deafness and hearing impairment don’t have to be a barrier to learning a foreign language and exploring new places. Image credit There are obvious reasons for learning a second language: it's fun, mostly, it gives us a sense of accomplishment, and while many countries...
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In this day and age where language services are on the rise, and where the number of professional language service providers is at an all time high, it takes more effort to secure new clients to ensure a steady flow of income, especially for freelance...
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Every year on September 30, the world's translators celebrate International Translation Day. It's a day to recognize the brilliant and remarkable translators who help build bridges among the world's different cultures. On this occasion, it's good to share some interesting facts about the world's languages. So...
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· Le plus long mot palindrome de la langue française est " ressasser ". C'est-à-dire qu’il se lit dans les deux sens. · " Institutionnalisation " est le plus long lipogramme en " e ". C'est-à-dire qu'il ne comporte aucun " e ". · L'anagramme de "...
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It's great to see Google shed light on one of Lebanon's most remarkable women from the past. On what would have been her 121st birthday, late Lebanese translator and feminist is being honored today on Google's homepage. Below are 6 facts about this great Lebanese woman: 1- Anbara...
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Straightforwardly, a freelancer's dream client is one who: Pays on time, every single time. (Yes, this wish tops the list, any list for any profession, for that matter) Has jobs on a regular basis (and by regular, I mean...
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After 10 years in this business, I have come to the realization that there are many myths about translators which, for the most part, are the creation of clients. Well, I guess it's time to bust those myths and enlighten our dear clients! Below are the 5...
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Google is celebrating late British writer Virginia Woolf with a doodle today. Adeline Virginia Woolf (née Stephen; 25 January 1882 – 28 March 1941) was a prominent English author most known for her modernism. In fact, she was considered one of the most prominent modernists of...
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*This is a guest post by Rachel Wheeler from Morningside Translations Over the last decade, we have seen incredible growth in the number of companies that are deploying eLearning solutions to train staff members and teach them new skills. We already see over 40% of the...
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