A growing global economy has opened the door for more international business deals than ever before. As a result, small and large companies alike routinely work with businesses abroad. Unfortunately, this work commonly requires agreements between parties that do not speak the same language and forces the question about which language should be used in […]
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Unless You Are OK with Confusing Over-The-Counter Meds with Anti-Tank Missiles, Avoid Automated Software When You Need Accurate Medical Translations
Automated software programs are notorious for making translation errors. Google Translate operates with artificial intelligence technology, meaning it learns how to formulate better translations based on user feedback. As a result, its translations will be more accurate for more commonly spoken languages and the most frequently used words and phrases. Medical professionals, unfortunately, rely on […]
Public Schools Are Required to Provide Parents with Accurate Translations of Vital Documents
When parents of school-age children in the United States are limited English proficient (LEP), it can be challenging to manage their children’s education and communicate with school teachers and administration. According to the Migration Policy Institute, 51% of immigrant parents with children under 18 in the United States are LEP (nearly 7.5 million people). 13% […]
Using Professionals Avoids Collocation Errors So You Receive an Accurate Translation Every Time
Seeking an accurate translation? Consider this: “Why do builders not produce a building or authors not invent a novel, since they do invent stories and plots? No reason as far as dictionary definitions of words are concerned. We don’t say it because we don’t say it.” (Bolinger and Sears, 1968) Accurate translations are made more […]
A Third Aspect to Consider in Translating Marketing Content – Transcreation
The Internet has removed many barriers between countries, and one impact is the increase of international purchases. Insider Intelligence reported nearly 30% growth in 2020 and forecasts another 14.3% in global e-commerce growth in 2021. To understand the size of this market, it’s roughly $611 billion in sales. If your company serves customers internationally, communicating […]
Set Your Students Up for Success with Translated Documents for Study Abroad Programs
As the 2020-2021 school year comes to an end, many students are applying for study abroad programs for 2022 and 2023 entrance. Depending on the type of study abroad program, applicants may need several official documents translated during the process. It’s essential to plan for all aspects of living abroad, including housing and banking needs […]
Three Reasons You Shouldn’t Choose Free Translation Software for Important Documents
We’ve all done it. It’s easy to pull up Google Translate and type in a foreign language phrase you’re unfamiliar with and get a quick translation to understand its meaning. However, there are some significant limitations to using free translation software. I learned my lesson when I used Babel Fish (the precursor to Google Translate) […]
Impact of 2020 Amendments to the ACA on Translation Requirements for Healthcare
Seeking healthcare services or being hospitalized is especially challenging for those who don’t speak English fluently. Understanding health records, documents, and descriptions of treatment are challenging enough for those fluent in the language, let alone for those that speak little to no English at all. Translation requirements for healthcare documents include: Medical research, pharmacological studies, […]
Translation Requirements Broadened in California with AB 3254
If your business manages contracts in California, you should be aware of legal changes that increased the requirements for language translations. On September 25, 2020, Governor Newsome signed bill AB 3254, a law that expands the translation requirements for consumer contracts negotiated in a language other than English. Translation legislation such as AB 3254 is […]
What is the Difference Between a Translator and an Interpreter?
People often use the terms “translator” and “interpreter” interchangeably, and while they share many similarities, the skills, experience, and expectations of both are different. Translators and interpreters are masters of multiple languages. Both are trained to understand the linguistic nuances and cultural differences of the languages and their representative countries. Additionally, highly qualified professionals will […]