5 Fascinating Facts About American Sign Language (ASL)
American Sign Language (ASL) is a complete language expressed with hand gestures and facial expressions. Thousands of people who are deaf and hard of hearing, as well as many hearing people, use ASL to communicate. Importantly, ASL is not a “code” for English but instead is a unique language with complex grammar rules. Want to […]
Cracking the Buzz: An Ultimate Guide on Technical Translation Services
Imagine a world where language barriers didn’t exist. A world in which people from all corners of the earth could communicate with ease and without misunderstandings. Sadly, this is not our reality – yet. Despite valiant attempts at translation, communication breakdowns still happen far too often. But what if there was a way to break […]
How Strong and Multilingual Communication Can Boost HCAHPS Scores
Improving HCAHPS scores is an invigorating challenge for some hospital administrators. For others, and at some point for most, it’s a frustrating task. Hospitals are complex environments, and personal experiences are subjective. One reason this assessment evokes frustration is that HCAHPS survey questions account for an unwieldy number of factors, many of them subjective. Most […]
Multilingual Translation and AI: Merging Culture and Technology
Throughout human history, there’s been nothing as constant as change. Technology has dramatically shaped and changed the way we communicate over time, from early grunts and cave paintings to modern-day text messages and social media posts. But can tech handle language without human interference? Let’s read on! Tech and language translation services Technology has always […]
Want to Practice your Language Skills? Check out these International TV Shows
In 2021, the Korean-language drama Squid Game took the internet by storm. While you’re anxiously awaiting confirmation on a second season for the show, why not check out another international tv show to keep practicing your language skills? While watching TV might seem too easy, research has shown that international TV shows can actually help […]
Flex Your Mice? The Surprising Etymology of “Muscle”
What comes to mind when you think about muscles? Maybe it’s bodybuilders or protein shakes. But if you study the etymology of the word, you’ll get a clue as to what ancient Romans thought flexing looked like. Let’s take a closer look at the fascinating etymology to learn how rodents, biceps and a certain type […]
Why Interpreters Are Essential: David’s Story
Under the Affordable Care Act, patients have the right to an interpreter if they cannot communicate effectively with a healthcare professional in any federally funded facility. It is frightening to see how many people are in situations where they cannot or do not receive those services. Soon after becoming qualified as a Spanish medical interpreter, […]
Is over the phone interpreting the new norm in healthcare?
The COVID-19 pandemic changed the world in many ways, including an increased reliance on technology to help us communicate remotely. As we continue to adjust to this “new normal,” we’re learning which of our pandemic-induced remote solutions are here to stay. Many office workers say they will continue to work via Zoom and telehealth seems […]
5 Language Museums to Explore Around the World
Linguists, retired elementary school teachers and sociologists have created language museums to preserve and celebrate written and spoken words. Many of these museums utilize advanced technologies to digitally archive languages or to showcase languages through interactive exhibits. There are more than 30 language museums throughout the world. Some of these museums focus on revitalizing an […]
Why Interpreters Are Essential: Sharay’s Story
When unaware of the resources that each individual is entitled to, relying on people we are familiar with seems like the only choice. Through my time volunteering at clinics that serve primarily non-native English-speaking patients, I am still shocked at the number of patients who come in with a family member they’d brought to translate […]