Choosing Simultaneous Interpretation Equipment For Your Next Conference

By Jennifer McQuire

Brief overview of the options available for simultaneous conference interpretation equipment. Article covers both infrared (IR) and radio frequency (RF) equipment as well as proving several tips for meeting and event planners when working with a simultaneous conference interpreter or language service provider.

Language Variants and Why They Matter

By Jennifer McQuire

Are Language Variants Something I Need to Think About?   Not all Spanish language is created equal. Many different regions speak different kinds of Spanish. For example, Spanish spoken on one side of the Atlantic differs from the other. Same with Portuguese and French. Different countries speak the same language but vary for historical and … Continued

5 Essential Skills That Every Interpreter Should Have

By Jennifer McQuire

Interpreters provide real-time translation at a wide range of events and meetings and can also translate written materials, including books, advertisements, and video subtitles. Interpreting is vital for facilitating communication in crucial situations. To become an interpreter, one must be fluent in the language, quick-thinking, and possess tact. Here are five key skills that every … Continued

Differences Between Transcription and Translation

By Jennifer McQuire

Translation is a process defined mainly as adapting texts from one language into another. It sounds easy, but what happens when a professional has to translate documents that imply certain emotions, are tied to a context, or for example, slogans and taglines in the case of brands? That’s when transcreation comes in. But where do … Continued

Marketing Translation: Things You Need to Know

By Jennifer McQuire

Marketing translation strategies are essential to establishing your business and succeeding when managing a brand or company. If you want to grow your brand and start reaching international markets or other communities, offering your brand’s vision in different languages is key to attracting more customers, partners, and investors. That’s why marketing translations are one of … Continued

Exploring the Various Forms of Interpreting: A Comprehensive Guide

By Jennifer McQuire

Real-time interlanguage communication is made possible through interpreting, an oral or verbal form of translation. Interpreting might take many different forms. Depending on the situation’s needs and the nature of the event, there’s a couple options that might work better than others. There are three main types of interpreting methods an interpreters can offer to … Continued

The History of Translation

By Jennifer McQuire

Translation History The word “translation” refers to the process of rendering written communication from one language into another. The history of translation is often a topic of debate among historians because its origins are generally unknown. However, as time has gone on, translation has become widely used and modernized. Read on as we journey through … Continued

The Importance Of Preserving Languages

By Jennifer McQuire

Languages have cultural, spiritual, and emotional implications in societies beyond communication. They contain values and traditions passed down for generations. When languages are lost, an entire culture can fall into oblivion. So what are the real implications of a language becoming extinct? 1500 Languages Could Be Lost In The Next 100 Years According to a … Continued

The Importance of Legal Translations

By Jennifer McQuire

Legal translation is one of the most challenging types in the translation industry yet, one of the most requested. Government agencies, law firms, and corporations often require the services of a specialized legal translator. What’s crucial about legal translations is that one little mistake can lead to misunderstandings among parties and damaged reputations if they’re … Continued

Types of Legal Translation Services

By Jennifer McQuire

The quality of a legal translation can make or break a case. After all, if the jury can’t understand what the defendant is saying, how can they make a decision? This is where legal translation services and a legal translator comes in. By working with a professional translator familiar with legal terminology, you can ensure … Continued