AI translations have been the reason why many Afghan asylum cases in the US were rejected due to ‘translation’ errors. In 2021, the Spanish ministry of industry’s test with machine translation went wrong when they wrote about their employee named – ‘Dolores del Campo’, which translated as ‘pain of field’. And there are many instances …
The Dominance of Humanity: A Comparative Analysis of Translation Methods Read More »
In today’s globalized world, it’s not uncommon for businesses and individuals to have interactions with people from different countries who speak different languages. Whether it’s negotiating a business deal or communicating with loved ones, accurate translation is essential to ensure effective communication. However, relying on free online translation tools or unqualified individuals for translation can …
Why Hire Expert Translators for your Next Project? Read More »
Years ago, as I stood amidst Indian officials and foreign diplomats at a reception I was invited to at the Taj Mahal Hotel in Bombay, interpreting a speech given by one of the Arab Ministers of Oil, I learned my first lesson on the rules of translation. The lesson was taught to me by the …
Are Your Translators Unbiased or are They Politically Motivated? Read More »
This question has been troubling me for some time now. I say troubling, not because I personally have any doubt that business and ethics can and must coexist for a company to realize success. I say it because reality shows that, despite the fact that all the companies in the corporate world have their so-called …
And, why we reject machine translation? At the beginning of every training class, I, as the instructor, make it a point to explain to the linguists the gravity of mistranslation, and the importance of taking the task at hand very seriously. I tell them without hesitation, that any translation mistake can be serious enough to …
Lost in Translation – Why you must be careful in selecting your translator Read More »
