Lunfardo: What Does “Guita” Mean?
Argentine Spanish is strewn with words and colorful phrases from Lunfardo, a rich vocabulary born on the streets of Buenos Aires in the second half of the 19th century. Now considered a fixture of the Spanish language in Argentina (especially in and around Buenos Aires) and Uruguay, linguists cite the use of Lunfardo as a defining […]
Résumé Writing Tips for Translators
As the old saying goes, you never get a second chance to make a first impression. A résumé or curriculum vitae (CV) offers prospective employers a glimpse at your professional qualifications and background, and it’s important to present yourself in the best possible light while remaining truthful about your accomplishments. A well-written résumé can catapult […]
2010 U.S. Census Data Reveals Continued Growth of Hispanic Population
According to the latest demographic information culled from the 2010 U.S. Census, the Latino population now totals 16.3% of the nation’s inhabitants. The Hispanic population increased 43% over the last ten years, growing from 35.3 million to 50.5 million. Demographers also reported that 56% of the country’s total population expansion in the last decade can […]
