The core vocabulary of English is inherited from Proto-Germanic, the ancestor of the Germanic languages, but a significant portion of the English vocabulary comes from Romance and Latinate sources. This is due to the fact that the Germanic tribes who migrated to the British Isles were heavily influenced by the Latin language through contact with […]

Assisting The Investment Community Translation and interpretation services can be crucial tools for venture capital, angel investors, and private equity when it comes to global expansion and cross-border investments. These services can help organizations effectively evaluate and pursue investment opportunities by facilitating accurate communication and in-depth collaboration with international partners and stakeholders. Venture capital firms

Aside from legal requirements, it is important to understand how the translation and interpretation process works and how it serves the needs of care givers and receivers.  Please review the linked article.  https://nam.edu/language-interpretation-and-translation-a-clarification-and-reference-checklist-in-service-of-health-literacy-and-cultural-respect/ There are a number of state and federal laws that require hospitals to provide translation and interpretation services for patients who are

There are many state laws that mandate the provision of translation and interpretation services in public schools for students who are limited English proficient (LEP). These laws are intended to ensure that LEP students have equal access to educational opportunities and are able to fully participate in the classroom and school community. The specifics of

In the United States, public school districts are required to provide translation and interpretation services to students and families who do not speak English as their primary language. This is mandated by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, https://www.justice.gov/crt/fcs/TitleVI, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin, and

Let’s start with a true story: A lawyer representing a well-known rental car agency called our office looking for a quote to have a specific rental agreement translated into Spanish.  We provided the quote. His response was, “I can have someone at a local restaurant do it for half that price.”  Our response was, “That

Sometimes there are lighthearted moments that remind us of how we search for the clarity and meaning of words.  A couple was dining at a Chinese restaurant with their parents.  The in-laws began a good-spirited debate about the correct pronunciation of Szechuan beef.  After several minutes of disagreement, the father of the bride called the

The importance of understanding and attempting to meet the needs of the hearing impaired and Deaf communities. Using American Sign Language (ASL) and Certified Deaf Interpreters (CDIs) for hearing impaired and deaf customers is important for several reasons. First and foremost, it is a matter of accessibility and inclusion. Hearing impaired and deaf individuals have