2020 and the global pandemic had more than its fair share of challenges. But it was also an explosive year as far as innovation goes. The way we work has shifted and changed. And just like all other industries, the language service provider industry has had to embrace a digital-first approach with all its operations. […]
Legal interpreters use their expert skills to help non-English-speaking individuals in legal settings. These professionals work with all kinds of legal contexts. This includes trials, hearings, depositions, and arraignments. And if that tickles your fancy, a legal interpreting job might be right up your alley! Sometimes called judiciary interpreters or court interpreters, legal interpreters need […]
Communication is key. How many times have you heard that message? It’s something that’s imprinted in all of us, yet many still overlook a common communication barrier: language! Causing misunderstandings and misinterpretations, language barriers often have a far more significant impact than we realize. In fact, language barriers are challenging for everyone involved. But there […]
Learning sign language can be an exciting experience that’ll help you communicate with the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. But just like any spoken language, sign comprises a range of techniques, and contrary to popular belief, it’s not a universal language, but ASL (American Sign Language) is a good starting point for beginners. Are you wondering […]
Interpretation is an important aspect that any serious event should have. This is especially true if your event is on the international stage with people from all walks of life. With diverse attendance, neglecting to have interpretation services is a huge error. But which type of interpretation is the right fit for your needs? No […]
Language is an important tool when it comes to communication. When people don’t understand each other there can be no communication. This is the main reason behind interpretation services. Events that rely on interpretation are also on the rise. Interpretation is the process of translating a speech into another language. This is usually for the […]
Pitch, accent, tone, and stress can be critical and might mean the difference between a poorly interpreted speech and an interpretation that sounds like it came straight out of the mouth of the speaker. But what exactly do we mean when we talk about pitch accent in languages? And why is it so important? Here’s […]
The coronavirus pandemic forced many changes into being across all business segments. And the language services industry hasn’t escaped its onslaught. One of the most significant changes we’ve seen over the last year is the global shift to remote interpreting. During 2020 and 2021, businesses had to and are still adapting to changes and embracing […]
Most people tend to see interpreting as just a row of people wearing headphones, translating high-level political discussions. Although that is an accurate image, there are many more exciting areas where interpreting plays a crucial role in accelerating global business. For starters, you can drive brand engagement with interpreting! It’s true that we live in […]
Also known as chuchotage, whispering interpreting is used when the audio setup required for simultaneous interpreting isn’t available. With this type of interpreting, the interpreter listens to the speaker then whispers the translation to the attendee to ensure his or her voice doesn’t disrupt the presentation. What Equipment Is Used for Whispering Interpreting? In […]
Language is inextricably linked to culture. And that’s why interpreters need to have a deep understanding of the source and target languages they work with to communicate across cultures effectively. Cultural considerations for interpretation are at the heart of professional results. Conveying terms and expressions that are deeply rooted in a specific culture can be […]
The importance of language services like interpreting services for COVID-19 vaccine distribution is mission-critical. As we’ve seen up till now, language access continues to be an enabling tool during the ongoing coronavirus health and disease control crisis. The most extensive vaccination program in recent history is currently underway. At the beginning of May 2021, just […]
