Every nation has its own unique set of cultural dos and don’ts. Before I visit any country, I always make a point of researching a few basic techniques before setting foot on their soil. In some countries, this may not be so esteemed, but in others such as China or Japan, negligence of some basic … Continue reading »
It emerged earlier today the UK government will be stopping all financial aid to India within the next three years as the south Asian country’s economy enters an era of progress and prosperity. It is estimated that about £200m pounds will be spent between now and 2015 while the UK government works out a new … Continue reading »
Ever Wondered Where They Came From? Language is one of the many things in this world that is open to constant evolution and change. As a planet of global travellers, people are constantly exploring different nations and, more often than not, adopting aspects of the new culture they have entered. The impact that a different … Continue reading »
With 11 official languages, South Africa is a melting pot of cultures and communities. Born in the 17th century, Afrikaans derives from Dutch and has been spoken in the country for hundreds of years. When South Africa won independence in 1961, Afrikaans replaced Dutch as an official language, along with English, which is still the language … Continue reading »
Topless Protest Attracts Attention in France! Femen, the Ukrainian born feminist movement, descended on the French capital last week to strip off and make their voices heard. The group, who are widely known for their anti-patriarchal views and strong feminist beliefs, took to the streets of Paris in order to spread their message and inspire new followers. … Continue reading »
Learn the Language and the Lingo! Any language enthusiast knows that the best way to learn a language is to live in the source country and speak it, write it and interpret it like the natives. The same is very true of culture. As you learn about the culture of France and other Francophone regions, … Continue reading »
Fire rages through the Costa del Sol! A massive wildfire is threatening the homes of many along the Costa del Sol as it spreads throughout area. As I stand on my 8th floor balcony in Marbella, ash is scattered around my feet from the burning trees. Above me the sky is a miserable greyish black … Continue reading »
It is a great city! Don’t let anybody tell you different. Istanbul deserves its place in history. But it definitely lives up to its reputation of a modern city. I absolutely loved whizzing around on their trams, eating great food in modern restaurants and washing it down with a cocktail in a swanky bar. And … Continue reading »
Those of you passionate about technology and gadgetry have probably heard about a masterstroke from Google that’s in the pipeline – Project Glass. Basically, owning a pair of “Google Glasses” will allow a user access to the same functions that he or she could get from a smartphone. The amazing thing is, of course, that … Continue reading »
Bird Language in Kuskoy Here at Words Fusion we’re not averse to pouring over the intricacies of languages from far and wide in our spare time! Be it dialects, grammar and syntax, lexicon or writing systems, a few of our resident language buffs are all over it. Still, what really caught our attention in The … Continue reading »
There seems to be a rule for a song to be popular, and the rule is about the language. The most popular songs are unquestionably in English. People claim it is the best language to sing because it sounds designed for rhythm and actually, even if not entirely, it is true. Many experiments have been … Continue reading »
U.S.-based non-profit organisation Translators Without Borders are on mission to train up medical interpreters in Kenya, via a translation program run from their base in Nairobi. Training is done primarily for Kiswahili but also for Kenya’s 42 other languages. Reading up on their extraordinary work, the prominent themes of medical translation and interpreting were clear … Continue reading »
Legal Translation-The Most Important Translation Service? Legal translations are possibly one of the most fundamental translation services that can be offered due to the differences in legal systems between countries. These differences could also account for changes in concepts and meanings within a legal document. It is essential for a translator to be able to … Continue reading »
Translation Qualifications And Career Progression If you’re an experienced translator looking for that next step up in your career, or if you wish to enter the profession as a freelance translator, a translation certification could be an ideal option. As internet technology expands, and businesses grow internationally on the web, there is a demand for … Continue reading »