Lunfardo: The Slang of Buenos Aires
Argentine Spanish is peppered with words and phrases from Lunfardo, a colorful and ever-evolving slang born on the streets of Buenos Aires in the second half of the 19th century. What began as a secret code among criminals, gamblers, and other shady characters, has grown into one of the most distinctive linguistic hallmarks of Argentine […]
The Importance of Editing Machine Translations
Why Machine Translation Should Be Edited In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are revolutionizing industries, machine translation (MT) has become an essential tool for businesses, researchers, and individuals who need quick and cost-effective translations. However, despite its advancements, MT still falls short in producing accurate, natural, and contextually appropriate translations. This […]
How Much Does a Translation Cost? A Comprehensive Guide
In today’s interconnected world, accessing translation services can be as easy as googling “translations” and taking your pick from the myriad of options appearing on your screen. You’ll find translation agencies and freelance translators ready to undertake your translation project…for a price. However, determining how much a translation costs involves various factors, and understanding these […]
The Power of Spanish Translation for Nonprofits
In an increasingly interconnected world, where diversity is celebrated and inclusion is paramount, nonprofit organizations are recognizing the importance of effective communication to engage with diverse communities, including the Hispanic community. One significant aspect of this communication strategy is the use of Spanish translation services, as Spanish is one of the most widely spoken languages. […]
Translation Agencies: Revolutionizing Healthcare Communication
In the global healthcare landscape, effective communication is paramount for ensuring optimal patient care and well-being. However, the linguistic diversity within patient populations poses a significant challenge for healthcare providers. This is where translation agencies emerge as crucial allies, providing comprehensive language solutions to bridge the communication gap and facilitate the seamless translation of healthcare […]
The Secret to Translating Canva Designs
Despite Canva’s popularity and user-friendly focus as a design tool, it has several limitations regarding multilingual practicality. So what should translators and customers be aware of when using it? What Is Canva? Canva is an incredibly useful graphic design platform with user-friendly templates and functionality that has become a popular cloud-based tool, with many free […]
Hispanic Heritage Month: Communication Strategies
From September 15 to October 15, the United States marks National Hispanic Heritage Month to celebrate the achievements of the Hispanic community along with its history and culture. Initially introduced as Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968, it was expanded into Hispanic Heritage Month in 1988, with the start date of September 15 being chosen because […]
The impact of the Spanish Language as a factor in COVID-19 among US Hispanics
The COVID-19 pandemic has shocked the world, leading to some half a million deaths worldwide (at the time of writing) and many more lives that are forever changed. In the course of its spread throughout the world, the virus has consistently shown to hit the most vulnerable hardest, whether that is due to the pandemic’s […]
New English-Spanish-Portuguese COVID-19 glossary
COVID-19 has spread worldwide with a global pandemic being declared, prompting countries around the world to declare emergencies and enact often unprecedented legislation and measures to fight the pandemic and limit harm. As our understanding and the situation are rapidly developing, the relevant terminology being used is rapidly evolving too, leading to confusion in the […]
Marketing to Latinos through Social Media – Transpanish
In the early days of social media marketing, marketing strategists rarely used to target Latinos using social media or other forms of digital marketing. However, this has since changed and according to a recent article in Forbes, companies now need to be aware that on average, in the US at least, young Latinos are more […]
