The Colors of Hmong – a centuries-old language
If you are a curious person, always searching for new, interesting facts and you happen to have a passion for languages and translation – then… Read More »The Colors of Hmong – a centuries-old language
Languages of Asia
Challenges in Malay to English translation
Translating is a very interesting, yet challenging process. Whatever the languages that translators are working with, they always bear the great responsibility of correctly transferring… Read More »Challenges in Malay to English translation
Hinglish – the rapidly spreading Indian phenomenon
As observed in many other countries, the English language is slowly altering the face of local languages due to its popularity and simplicity. While other… Read More »Hinglish – the rapidly spreading Indian phenomenon
Exploring Japanese loanwords in English
Loanwords are words adopted from another language and there is almost no language that doesn’t make use of such terms. However, when such words are… Read More »Exploring Japanese loanwords in English
Translation mistakes uncovered: Chinese Part 1
In this century, translation has become a popular profession around the world, and one that plays a significant role in communication — which we can… Read More »Translation mistakes uncovered: Chinese Part 1
The Challenges of Gaming Localization in Japan
The interactive entertainment software industry, popularly known as the video game industry is reaching overwhelming numbers in net worth and profit from sales. Japan has… Read More »The Challenges of Gaming Localization in Japan
Cultural differences: saying “no” in India – how to read between the lines
In this blog, we’re often writing about cultural differences and peculiarities – habits some cultures have adopted that some of us cannot even imagine. Today… Read More »Cultural differences: saying “no” in India – how to read between the lines
The evolution of the Songkran Festival in Thailand
The Songkran festival is one of the most important celebrations in Thailand and is officially celebrated annually between the 13th and 15th of April. It… Read More »The evolution of the Songkran Festival in Thailand
Asian loanwords in English: Chinese
Loanwords are the words that pass from one language to another. People often refer to this act as “borrowing” although it is not entirely correct… Read More »Asian loanwords in English: Chinese
A linguistic journey through Japanese restaurant culture
Naturally, wherever we travel, we want to get to know the local cuisine. But each country has its own rules and subtleties, even in such… Read More »A linguistic journey through Japanese restaurant culture