Speaking at the right time – Simultaneous and Consecutive interpreting explained
The language services industry is full of jargon, for example while ‘translation’ is widely understood; interpreting is a term less…
How to prepare your video for a global audience
The power of video content has probably not escaped your notice. The large play symbol regularly calls out to us…
How to be better connected with your global audience
Entering global markets through export or with a physical presence enables organisations to grow and diversify. Although the rewards are…
Language solutions in a regulated environment
Ensuring your clients understand not only the literal meaning of a financial report or communication but also the spirit and…
How you can manage thousands of Interpreter bookings effortlessly?
Securing interpreters for face-to-face-bookings is no easy task. Checking their location, qualifications and availability is a lot to cover before a…
IBM
IBM was seeking a partner that could provide resources to provide language support and help manage their internal processes. •…
Editing vs Proofreading: What is the difference?
Editing, proofreading and copyediting are often used interchangeably — but they’re not the same thing. To help clarify things, we…
Equality and Diversity
Equality and Diversity Equality and diversity are really important concepts but sometimes confused or misunderstood. In the UK, the idea…
Speaking your language – the benefits of event & conference interpreting in sales.
Would you buy a product that didn’t provide information in your own language? Probably not. In a study published by…
‘International Spanish’, myth or reality?
What is “international Spanish? Isn’t Spanish just…well…Spanish? Around the world nearly 500 million people speak Spanish as their first language…
How do you translate and interpret idioms and expressions?
In Germany you have “Tomaten auf den Augen” (tomatoes in the eyes); in Italy it’s “Gli occhi foderati di…
Nancy Hähnel: My day at the International Motor show in Frankfurt
One of the most enjoyable aspects of working in thebigword Business Development Team is the opportunity to become industry…
Greg Bitsimis – @ the Expo
It is an exciting time for thebigword in the US with the launch of our MHEC contract due to commence…
History and Background of the Gujarati language
Gujarati is part of the greater Indo-European language family. It has evolved from Sanskrit and is an Indo-Aryan language. It…
Lost in translation – are mistakes really funny?
Anyone who’s worked with a translated text in books, films and advertising campaigns will have occasionally spotted translation mistakes. These…
The Importance and Necessity of Legal Translations
Many people in the UK use a language other than English at home and with the rise of global commerce,…
The Growing Need For Medical Translation
Over the last few decades, the health sector in the UK has changed. Medical professionals need accurate information more than…
Hard Rock Cafe
Orlando, Florida-based Hard Rock International operates Hard Rock Cafés, Hard Rock Hotels and Rock Shops around the world, with more…