Similarities between Thai and Mandarin
Today we’re going to dive in and take a look at the linguistic similarities between two languages, both of which originate from Asian countries with… Read More »Similarities between Thai and Mandarin
Inching our way into the peculiarities of Asian systems of measurement
Measurement units in the translation industry We might not pay a lot of attention to doing so, but we use vocabulary that relates to measurement… Read More »Inching our way into the peculiarities of Asian systems of measurement
Localization and E-commerce strategy in India
India is one of the world’s emerging markets which is also home to a long history, vibrant culture and over one billion population. It is… Read More »Localization and E-commerce strategy in India
How do Asians celebrate Christmas?
In the upcoming festive season, we’ll be taking a look at how Christmas is perceived in Asian countries. Is it a big celebration occasion, or… Read More »How do Asians celebrate Christmas?
Localization in Disney songs and why they stay in our heads for a lifetime
What is localization? A lot of people nowadays can’t tell the difference between translation and localization. It’s an understatement to say that those two things… Read More »Localization in Disney songs and why they stay in our heads for a lifetime
Age & Asia: how old are we, according to the East Asian age reckoning?
While in the western world, asking someone about their age might be considered taboo (especially women) — if you travel to Korea, you’ll notice that… Read More »Age & Asia: how old are we, according to the East Asian age reckoning?
Ever wondered which Japanese fonts you should use?
Japanese language is a fascinating topic, and inspired by our Japanese week we decided to keep things going and provide you with some practical information… Read More »Ever wondered which Japanese fonts you should use?
Lao and Thai – same, same but not really
The shared history Thailand and Laos have long been considered as sibling countries, having shared a history even before the colonial era began. They share… Read More »Lao and Thai – same, same but not really
The Chinese dragon – an ancient protector of the Chinese people
China – a country of many impressions. When people refer to China, the things that usually come to mind are facts such as the population… Read More »The Chinese dragon – an ancient protector of the Chinese people
What is the Asian version of Bon Appétit?
When you’re in Asia as a foreigner, the main focus usually falls on the food. Asian cuisine is a masterful – as strange as it… Read More »What is the Asian version of Bon Appétit?