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Although it may seem like a recent phenomenon, the truth is that machine translation first appeared as early as the 1950s. Over the years, machine translation systems have evolved considerably, to the point where some believe it will eventually replace the work of professional translators . But to what extent is this true? To answer this question, we must first understand what machine translation...
Translation dates back to prehistory. Translators have always been necessary. Translation agencies already had their equivalent in the Middle Ages.
Esperanto is an international language created in 1887. It continues to develop thanks to the internet and is taken into account in translation tools.
You have probably seen English advertisement on TV, on packaging or on the street. The use of Anglicisms is increasing in French society, but especially in the marketing field . You may be wondering why everyone is so obsessed for Shakespeare's language on billboards, in the press, on the radio, on TV and, of course, on the Internet. [TOC] 1. The reason for the English success Many professionals...
A patent filed in a single country protects the invention in that country only. In today's world, if you want to expand your business abroad and adequately protect your rights internationally, it is essential to translate your patents. [TOC] Here are 4 key factors to consider when choosing a translation agency to ensure that your patent translations are of high quality. 1. Hire a translation...
Obviously, the efficient use of resources is one of the keys to the success and survival of any company. The translation of manuals and IFUs may represent a major expense for manufacturers of capital goods. However, it’s possible to reduce the costs of manual translations . Remember that not all strategies below will work for every case. As general rule we can say that the more translation...
Arabic, the sixth most spoken language in the world in 2020 , is an ancient Semitic language that includes a multitude of dialects, some of which are very different from each other. The lingua franca, Standard (or Literary) Arabic, is used in official documents and exchanges. Arabic is then distinguished by its script, pronunciation, and grammar. Regional expressions and idioms influenced by the...
Before answering this question, let me tell you that postediting is the translation of the 21st century , or, in the marketing terms of some translation companies, it’s translation 2.0. Postediting is a way of spontaneous translation which new generations of translators are taught at universities and, at the same time, the way of translating that the translators of the last century detest . On...
In English, we use the expression “It’s all Greek to me” when something sounds confusing or incomprehensible. However, a Greek person—and many other Europeans for that matter—would say the same expression but with Chinese ! In reality, we should not speak of Chinese, but of Chinese languages, as there are 7 main families of Chinese languages with various dialects (the figures vary according to...
White papers are an essential communication tool for promoting your company and form part of inbound marketing strategies. In this article, you will see their benefits to use them optimally for lead generation . [TOC] 1. What is a white paper? A white paper is a professional document written by a company. This digital communication medium provides information and/or advice to its reader on a...