Speaking a second language can contribute to the overall functioning of the brain in several ways. In this blog we look at a few of the ways in which our brain is boosted by knowledge of a second language. MEMORY AND CONCENTRATION It has been shown that speakers of multiple languages have advanced memory…
With International Translation Day coming up this week, a day which celebrates the contributions translators make to breaking down language barriers, we look at the complex sub-roles translators carry out as part of their day-to-day work. CULTURAL MEDIATOR Many people think that translation simply involves converting text from one language to another. However, it…
With over six thousand languages spoken worldwide, in today’s industry, the various language combinations translation professionals can work with seems almost limitless. However, particular languages are obviously more in demand than others. In this article, we look at the most popular languages for translation and the reasons behind this. GERMAN As Europe’s largest economy,…
Translation services are used all over the world for a variety of different businesses and functions. At first sight, translations services may not appear to be an essential part of your business, however, as we will see, they can provide the opportunity for you to take your business to the next level. Below we will…
Breaking into the translation industry and establishing yourself as a professional translator can be difficult. So, how do you make yourself stand out in an increasingly competitive industry? Here are our top five tips to kick-start your freelancing career. GAINING EXPERIENCE Many companies are looking for translators with both qualifications and translation experience. You…