Thai Movie Scene: Subtitling vs. Dubbing
Known for its majestic sights, rich cultural heritage, and divine food, Thailand takes a very special place in its corner of the earth. With a… Read More »Thai Movie Scene: Subtitling vs. Dubbing
Localization Engineering – what works for Asian languages?
The term localization engineering might seem out of place when referring to translations, but it’s a fact that it and translations go hand-in-hand. After all,… Read More »Localization Engineering – what works for Asian languages?
A deeper dive into Filipino culture through their holidays
You can understand people more by learning their history. And there’s no better way to find out about a country’s history than by looking at… Read More »A deeper dive into Filipino culture through their holidays
How business should localize their promotions
Culture is a critical component of who we are and this principle applies to every country in the world. This is why it is vital… Read More »How business should localize their promotions
Why Koreans say “us” and “we” rather than “I” or “me”
South Korea is an incredibly beautiful country that has an advanced economy and a very rich culture. If you’re planning on traveling there for pleasure… Read More »Why Koreans say “us” and “we” rather than “I” or “me”
Why wearing a facemask is common in Korea and Japan
In the days of the coronavirus pandemic, people going about their day wearing a mask has become a usual sight. In some countries wearing a… Read More »Why wearing a facemask is common in Korea and Japan
The Unicorn in Translation: Native English Translator
At some point, we have to tackle this one and get it over with. We see it everywhere and at the same time, it is… Read More »The Unicorn in Translation: Native English Translator
WeChat meets Red Envelopes: Lunar New Year in China
When it comes to China there are so many controversies about it that one can hardly find a middle ground and the Lunar New Year… Read More »WeChat meets Red Envelopes: Lunar New Year in China
Burmese script and punctuation – everything you need to know
Burmese language Burmese language is the official language of Myanmar (formerly known as Burma) and is nowadays spoken by more than 30 million people. It… Read More »Burmese script and punctuation – everything you need to know
Globalization and translation go hand in hand
Globalization has been encouraging more interaction between people and cultures around the world, resulting in more demand for translation services. The same point is valid… Read More »Globalization and translation go hand in hand