Closer wor(l)ds – a blog for linguists
25 June 2013
I simply cannot help starting with a remark I have recently heard from someone (in my own circle of friends) who has little idea has no […]
19 June 2013
Film translation can be a tough and onerous job. If it’s done well, it can help garner the acclaim of film technicians and critics the world […]
11 June 2013
Being a writer in today’s digital world means more opportunities for more people. The average amount of content generated every day is so huge that even […]
04 June 2013
When asked, most people have no idea that there are so many ancient languages that have graced historic times on this planet. At least 12 distinct […]
27 August 2012
1. Clarification. First and foremost you should know that the work of a translator has little to do with that of an interpreter. The right path […]
15 August 2012
The challenges of simultaneous interpretation depend on several factors which may or may not turn an interpreter’s job into a nightmare. Some people feel attracted to […]
04 March 2012
Working as a professional linguist is a never-ending learning process. If you are specialised in a sector which is constantly developing, such as IT, you will […]
25 September 2011
If you want to be a professional interpreter, whatever the language combination, there are some things you need to consider: 1. Dress code. Dress smartly and […]
18 August 2011
I know that the question in the title may seem a rhetorical question, but someone with enough common sense as not to fall into their traps, […]