Dec 19, 2024 | Blog, Language Services, Marketing, Multilingual, Projects, Traditions, Translation, Translation News, Translation Services
As the holiday bells chime and snowflakes dance, we at LingoStar Language Services are excited to unwrap our linguistic adventures from our translation projects 2024! Celebrating a Year of Global Communication in Translation Projects 2024 As we approach the most wonderful time of the year, we’re not just exchanging gifts. We’re sharing moments of joy, connection, and linguistic magic. If we could sum up our language projects in one word, it would be “share” – celebrating by connecting cultures, bridging languages, and spreading joy across continents. Every year brings its own tapestry of experiences, and 2024 is no exception. It’s a time to pause, reflect, and appreciate the milestones we’ve reached and the lessons we’ve learned along the way. What Translation Projects 2024 Lit Up Our Year? In our translation projects 2024, LingoStar transformed language barriers into global opportunities: Translated documents across 45 languages Translated English to French (Canadian), Spanish (Latin American) and Chinese as the most requested language pairs Simultaneous work on 25 languages in single projects Translated over 150,000 words Specialized translation projects including: French Canadian e-learning voiceover recordings Ethical hotline message translations in major European, Asian, and Indian languages Complex medical record transcriptions and translations in Hindi and Punjabi Wrapping Up Our Translation Projects 2024 Journey This year has been a wonderful journey of collaboration, learning, and connecting with amazing linguists and clients worldwide. We’ve worked with trusted translators, welcomed new linguistic talent, and continued to expand our global communications horizons. đ LingoStar Video: Your Global Communication Superpower Need some translation magic? Since 2005, we’ve been transforming language barriers into business opportunities for Canadian companies. Our...
Jun 23, 2024 | Blog, Communication, Language Services, Multilingual, Multilingual Website, Projects, Translation Services, Worldwide
Multilingualism of India Letâs talk about India and the languages in India. India is a country largely known for its cultural and linguistic diversity. It boasts over 700 languages. At the same time, it is home to the worldâs most linguistically diverse population, showcasing India’s unique tapestry reflecting its rich heritage and history. Therefore, for a business aiming to tap into this diverse market, effective communication is key. As a leading language translation company, LingoStar translators recognize the crucial importance of embracing linguistic diversity in building meaningful connections and fostering growth. The major languages in India Hindi is the official language of India, as declared by the Indian government. It is spoken by nearly 44% of the population and it acts as a lingua franca in many parts of the country. Alongside Hindi, English is one of the languages in India that holds a significant place as an associate official language. Other major languages in India include Bengali, Telugu, Marathi, Tamil, and Urdu, each with millions of speakers and a deep literary tradition. Why do languages matter in India? Effective communication between the languages of India goes beyond mere translation; it also involves the localization of its cultures. Each state often has its own official language, such as Bengali in West Bengal, Tamil in Tamil Nadu, Telugu in Andhra Pradesh, and Marathi in Maharashtra. Therefore, if you do business in India, this means tailoring your message to align with local sensibilities and cultural nuances. As a result, consumers are more likely to engage with content that acknowledges and respects their linguistic and cultural identities. The importance of translating languages...
Jan 23, 2024 | Artificial Intelligence, Blog, Communication, English language, Language Services, Newsletter, Projects, Tips for Translators, Translation, Translation News, Worldwide
What will the future of translation look like? In the dynamic landscape of technological innovation, the translation industry stands at the crossroads of tradition and transformation. In the midst of rapid technological evolution, the translation industry is grappling with the challenges and opportunities of 2024. As the year unfolds with a wave of cutting-edge advances, questions are being asked about the relevance of traditional translation agencies. But rather than fading into the background, these agencies are proving resilient and adaptable, embracing and expanding their role in the face of new technologies. This blog post explores how translation agencies are not only holding their own but are essential to harnessing the full potential of technological breakthroughs in language translation. What key role will these agencies play in navigating the future of translation? The human touch in AI-powered future of translation While AI-powered translation models have made remarkable progress, they still lack the nuanced understanding and cultural sensitivity that human translators bring to the table. As a result, translation agencies are integrating AI into their workflows to improve efficiency while at the same time recognizing the irreplaceable value of human expertise in preserving the nuances of language and culture. By seamlessly combining the speed of AI with the innate human touch, translation agencies offer a unique and comprehensive approach that ensures accuracy, context and cultural relevance in every translation project. Complex project management and quality assurance determine the future of translation The scope of translation often goes beyond simple language conversion, especially in industries with complex technical terminology or specialized content. As a result, translation agencies play a critical role in...
Jun 26, 2023 | Blog, Interviews, Language Services, Projects, Tips for Translators
A translation project manager deals with many parties, including translators, editors, proofreaders, and clients. Their task is to hold it all together. The importance of effective translation project management lies in its ability to foster seamless coordination between these different individuals or teams, ensuring their alignment and focus on the project’s objectives. Translation project managers manage logistics, timelines, and communications. Therefore they facilitate efficient collaboration while mitigating the risks associated with miscommunication or delays. Working in translation project management: An interview with the CEO of LingoStar, Lenka de Graafova We recently interviewed Lenka de Graafova, M.A., CEO and Managing Director of LingoStar Language Services Inc. Lenka has a deep passion for world cultures and languages. Together with her team of multilingual translators and project managers, she manages foreign language projects for Canadian clients. Lenka talks about her experience in providing translation services in Canada and explains how to manage a high volume of multilingual translation projects. How and why did you create LingoStar? [Start of interview] Iâve got a translation background and Iâve worked in a translation company in London, UK. Before that, I lived in the Netherlands and had the experience of being a translator and interpreter of Czech and Dutch. Then I worked in London as a translation project manager, where I experienced the project management aspect of the job and learned how to negotiate with clients, contract translators, and manage projects in many languages. At the time, I thought it was an interesting development to grow from a translator to a project manager. When I moved to Canada in 2004 and started looking for a language-related...
May 28, 2023 | Blog, Language Services, Projects, Translation
What is project management and how does it relate to translation? Project management in translation is the automation of the work process, i.e. the removal of so-called manual tasks that can be repetitive and tedious. It allows the translation agency to manage several projects at once â which requires a great deal of organization â and to have better control over ongoing projects. It also facilitates the creation of real collaboration within teams. The aim of project management is therefore efficiency. Among its many benefits, it allows the company to centralize its linguistic resources and thus ensuring consistency between the various translations. Project management is the link between the organizationâs goals and objectives and its projects. In other words, it ensures that the original budget is not exceeded and that the project is completed on time. There are seven parts to corporate project management: 1) Risk Study: Identify and assess the potential risks of the project 2) Project Estimation: Calculate project costs, resources, and time 3) Project Reviews: Monitor the progress of the current project portfolio 4) Project Management Training: Share and interact with project managers 5) Escalated Issue Management: Being aware of urgent issues 6) Time Tracking: Develop a time-tracking system 7) Information System: Create a management platform shared with the team You can read more about general project management here >>. Why use an agency for project management in translation? Working with either translation agencies or freelance translators has its advantages and disadvantages, and the choice between one or the other will depend on your specific translation needs. However, here are our top 5 reasons why you should...
Mar 12, 2021 | Blog, Language Services, Language Varieties, Projects
At LingoStar, we aim to broaden our comprehension of the world by using our knowledge of languages and cultures. We believe that translation is the key to understanding each other better and thus, to bring people from all around the world closer together. This is why we offer a wide range of services in a multitude of languages. We could go on and on about what kind of services we provide and why we are the right company for your translation needs, but we’ll let our Lingostar Language Services Projects speak for themselves. Minority and extinct languages we have worked with Inuktitut Translation Did you know that Inuktitut is one of the minority languages in Canada? It is one of the main Inuit languages and is spoken by 39,475 natives. “In Canada, the word Inuktitut is routinely used to refer to all Canadian variants of the Inuit traditional language, and it is under that name that it is recognised as one of the official languages of Nunavut and the Northwest.” “Inuktitut comes from inuk “person” and -titut “like” or “in the manner of”. Many Inuit live in the northern regions of Canada, for the most part, along the Arctic coast. Inuit Nunangat in Inuktitut means “lands, waters, and ices of the [Inuit] people”. Inuit Nunangat is composed of the Northwest Territories and Yukon (Inuvialuit), Nunavut, Northern Quebec (Nunavik), and the northeastern coast of Newfoundland and Labrador (Nunatsiavut). Latin Translation In regards to other rarely used languages, we also translate into Latin. Even though Latin is an extinct language, the film industry manages to bring it back to life for our greatest entertainment! Why would...
