Welcome to our blog! More than just a blog about translation and languages, this is a place for stories, ideas and reflections. Here you’ll find technical articles alongside topics for every taste, all written in a warm, personal and conversational style. Some pieces are designed to inform, while others invite you to think, smile or see the world from a different perspective. From behind-the-scenes insights into the translation profession to reflections on communication, culture and much more, we write as though we’re having a conversation with you. Step in, explore, pick a title and let yourself be surprised. Who knows… you might just find the article you never knew you were looking for.
Hashtags
Translating hashtags without thinking twice is a trap with consequences that can be serious if material translated with hashtags that lead the target audience directly into a vacuum reaches the channels for which it is intended.
When Pet Food fit for “Human Consumption” Becomes…
You’re scrolling through Amazon, looking for the perfect kibble for your furry friend. You stumble upon a promising brand, boasting high-quality ingredients.
But wait… what’s that in the description? “Ingredientes Especiais: Carne humana e fruta fresca.” Special Ingredients; Human meat and fresh fruit? That’s a “special” ingredient, alright! 🥴
Why Is Translation The Universal Language?
Writers pour their souls into each page to express themselves and to connect with readers. Translation magnifies their impact exponentially. For authors writing in less widely spoken languages, translation is indispensable. It promises them a broader readership, transcending linguistic limitations.
From To-Do to Done
From the Toyota factory floor in the 1940s all the way to modern software development, Kanban—like other Japanese methodologies—has stood the test of time!
Embrace this philosophy, use boards to visualize your work or chores, and get ready to watch things move from “to-do” to “done”! 🚀
From Chaos to Creativity: Strategies for Working with ADHD—Part 3
Indeed, ADHD comes with some pretty amazing strengths and abilities. These are often called ADHD “superpowers” and are associated with the same characteristics that can cause difficulties, but they can also be used to overcome them!
From Chaos to Creativity: Strategies for Working with ADHD—Part 2
The fact that many people today use their own false concept of hyperactivity as an excuse for their own or their kids’ poor behavior and lack of education highly contributes to the general public’s disbelief towards ADHD.
From Chaos to Creativity: Strategies for Working with ADHD—Part 1
Keep in mind, these differences don’t define limitations; they highlight the unique aspects of an ADHD brain! 😊🧠
So-called “neurotypical” people don’t understand the difficulties in the workplace when it comes to memory, focus and distractions, because they don’t see the inner struggle, everything happens inside the mind of the ADHDer.
The Ethical Compass in Translation
Languages are vessels of culture. An ethical translator considers cultural nuances, idiomatic expressions, and context. What works in one culture may not resonate in another. Respect for cultural diversity ensures effective communication. Translators must remain neutral. Biases and personal opinions should not color a translation.
Circadian Rhythms and Sleep
The world around us pulses with rhythm—the flow of tides, the changing of seasons, and the daily sunrise and sunset.
But did you know that your body also moves to its own internal beat?