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Common translation mistakes

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  A thorough understanding of linguistic structures and the subject matter are prerequisites for translating. Mistakes are common because a professional translation entails much more than just swapping out words for their translations in the target language; instead, we must analyze and interpret the context, as well as the variations of each term and their subtleties. Both complex projects, like a learning manual or a scientific paper, as well as subtitles and dubbing are prone to these common errors. How do we prevent them? Common Errors There are some mistakes that translators need to watch out for in order to spot them and prevent them. Omission: Some translators may get away with leaving out some words in an effort to avoid being redundant. However, when dealing with complex content, omitting some essential terms could make the text difficult to understand. Literal Translation: This common error entails translating each and every word while ignoring grammatical dis...

What are difficult languages to translate and why are they difficult?

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  The writer and translator Jorge Luis Borges once said, "It is a mistake to ignore that each language is a way to feel and perceive the universe." Like all daily translators, Borges was aware that his job involved more than just swapping out words from one language for those in the target language. A rigorous and creative process that calls for knowledge and a variety of skills is translation. All translations are complex, but some languages are harder to translate than others. Why is this happening, exactly? Ranking of Difficult Languages Globally, there are more than 7100 languages that have been recorded, making the raw materials available to translators plentiful and diverse. However, only a few languages receive the majority of the translation work. The longest word in Hungarian is "Megszentségtelenthetetlenségeskedéseitekért," which has 44 letters. Even though language professionals cannot possibly be fully conversant with the specifics of thousands of ...

What is the purpose of Thanksgiving?

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  Thanksgiving is a well-known American holiday that is observed annually. It is most commonly linked to the United States, where it is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November. But what is the purpose of Thanksgiving? Thanksgiving was originally a harvest festival, but it is now observed more widely as a day to express gratitude for material blessings. Thanksgiving Day is observed in Canada on the second Monday in October, despite the fact that it is most often associated with the United States. In the meantime, comparable holidays are observed in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Netherlands. Thanksgiving's beginnings The First Thanksgiving, also known as the Thanksgiving of 1621, is almost always cited as the origin of Thanksgiving in the United States. The Pilgrim Fathers, a group of European settlers from the Plymouth Colony, which is now a part of Massachusetts, commemorated it. The Pilgrims hosted a lavish three-day feast to commemorate their first harvest in t...

How language changes the way we think

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What we see and how we process that information are influenced by our language. Each language's grammar and vocabulary teaches its speakers a particular way of viewing the world. The linguistic relativity hypothesis, also known as the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis, postulates that how one thinks about reality is influenced by the language they speak. How does that effect operate? Culture and language coexist. Not only is language a means of communication, but it also contributes to the distinctiveness and specificity of a culture. The old phrase "language is culture and culture is language" is frequently used when talking about language and culture because they are inextricably linked. This implies that your language is a reflection of your values and worldview. Your speech is a reflection of your values and worldview. According to anthropological linguist Daniel Everett, language can be seen as a cultural tool that relates a community's values and ideals and is shap...

The World’s Most Translated Songs

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Thanks to creative, expert translations that allowed these melodies to reach us, a lot of songs entered our popular culture without our awareness. Have you ever wondered which songs have been translated into the most languages throughout history? Happy Birthday to You The song "Happy Birthday to You" is one of the most well-known in the English language, according to the 1998 Guinness World Records. The song was written by Louisville, Kentucky kindergarten teacher Patty Hill, who was inspired by the "Good Morning to All" melody. It is the most well-known song in the world, and people of all ages sing it to celebrate the birthdays of boys and girls in more than 75 different languages. This song might be the most well-known in the entire world, according to some. Amazing Grace English clergyman John Newton composed the Christian hymn Amazing Grace, which was first printed in 1779. It is now one of the most well-known English songs in the world, popular among non...

Which language does Pope Francis speak?

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  A group of monolingual individuals attempted to construct a tower tall enough to reach the sky as a test of God in the book of Genesis. Even adherents of other religions are aware of the narrative that caused it to disperse. In order to stop them from finishing the tower, God has divided humanity among various language tribes and "confused human speech" with a number of languages. Then, what language would the "pope" use? On March 13, 2013, Jorge Mario Bergoglio was elected Pope Francis, becoming the 266th pope in the annals of the Roman Catholic Church. Pope Francis is well known for his humility throughout the world. He actively engages in political diplomacy and supports the underprivileged and marginalized people around the world. As is well known, Pope Francis is well-versed in both linguistic and sociocultural matters. Pope Francis is not only the first pope from the Americas (Argentina) in Christian history, but he also holds dual citizenship and is t...

QATAR WORLD CUP: Essential role of translators

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  Between November 21 and December 18, more than 1.5 million people are anticipated to travel to Qatar for the FIFA World Cup. For a nation with 2.8 million people, this is a sizable number, but it is to be expected because the World Cup is one of the most well-liked events worldwide. What difficulties and opportunities do translation services face in light of the fact that 3.572 million people watched the most recent edition that was held in Russia in 2018? The majority of communications and information for FIFA's members must be provided in the four official languages, which are English, French, German, and Spanish, according to Caitlin Stephens, Deputy Head of Language Services at FIFA, who made this claim in the past. In light of the upcoming World Cups in Russia and Qatar, they also included some translation work into and out of Russian and Arabic. In addition to translating the monthly magazine, FIFA translators also frequently translate press releases, official rules, in...

Things to Take into Account Before Contacting a Language Service Provider

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On a daily basis, the interconnectedness of the world economy grows. Companies and customers can now communicate with one another over very long distances more than ever. It should therefore come as no surprise that once your online business starts to succeed in your home market, expanding to international markets will eventually be a necessity for your growth strategy. The language barrier presents the biggest challenge to promoting your brand outside of your domestic market. If your website is in English, you might assume you could get by using just one language. After all, people who are learning a second language frequently choose to do so in English, which is also the second-most spoken language in the world and the most frequently used language online. Despite the fact that English predominates online, research indicates that 73% of the global market prefers to interact with content on websites that are in their native tongue. Word-for-word translations won't cut it if you...

Why are translations frequently in a hurry?

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Why are translations frequently in a hurry? For translators, urgent translations are a daily occurrence. A translation deadline is always tomorrow, if not yesterday, for the following reasons 1.     Because it is the historical will.        The Sirius, which made the first transatlantic voyage by steamer in 18 days in 1838, serves as a reminder of how quickly time is passing. Previously, 40 had been required. In 1919, the first transatlantic flight took 15 hours. An 8-hour flight today seems endless as we impatiently wait for the 57-minute flight that will be available by 2030. The same is true for translations: in the contemporary world, everything must advance more quickly, including your translation company in Korea. 2.     Because this outcome is also favored by globalization.       Communication with people on the other side of the world is now commonplace because of the accelerating pace of time and shrinkin...

If you are looking for a reliable translation company - Advantages of I’M Translation/ISiS Korea

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The need for translation and interpretation services is constant and always in demand. Whether you have an upcoming meeting with an international customer or you need to send a heartfelt message to a friend you recently met who speaks another language, interpretation and translation are always needed. In this case, if you contact I’M Translation/ISiS Korea , it will be helpful in many ways. At I’MTranslation/ISiS Korea , we are always ready to meet all of your translation needs, regardless of language. From legal documents to business contracts and IT software, we translate scripts for movies and more. In addition to translation, we provide sequential, simultaneous, and on-site interpretation services. At I’M Translation/ISiS Korea , our translation and interpretation teams help you grow and expand your business through clear and effective communication in all languages. The quality of the translation you receive ensures that there are no communication problems, taking into accoun...