Artificial Interpreters
Artificial Interpreters Artificial intelligence (AI) has been toyed with since the automatons of Hephaestus in Greek mythology, and in today’s modern age, artificial intelligence is no longer just an idea or for chess players. It is being used for transportation, finance, medicine, music, agriculture, and more. Of interest to us, is AI in the field […]
Top 5 Challenges Facing Interpreters
Top 5 Challenges Facing Language Interpreters & Translators As an interpreter, I can name 5 challenges that have made my job harder. Feel free to add to the list. Jokes/Puns This is especially true for American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters, where the client is not exposed to the auditory component of the pun. Take this […]
Tips for Working with the Deaf
Treat Deaf People Just As You Would Like To Be Treated When in doubt, just follow the golden rule. Deaf people are people that just speak a different language, so one way to treat them would be just like someone who simply doesn’t speak the same language as you. You can help them out when […]
People are Happy with Professional Remote Interpretation: Study Reveals
Language interpretation is continuing to grow and with improvements in technology it has become easier than ever to offer over-the-phone (OPI) and video remote interpretation (VRI) to satisfy the rural demand where Spanish or Sign Language interpreters may be scarce, or those who simply want immediate access to an interpreter. A survey presented in 2018 and paid […]
Trump’s Interpreter Should Testify
Ever since the The Washington Post reported that Trump took possession of his interpreter’s notes after a private meeting with Putin, there has been some controversy over whether his interpreter, Marina Gross, should be called in to testify regarding what she heard during that meeting. I have read what David Frum wrote and he does […]
First Lady of Brazil Makes History in Sign Language
Michelle Bolsonaro, the new first lady of Brazil, made history by giving her inaugural address in Brazilian Sign Language. In her speech she used sign language to thank her supporters and promised to help the Deaf and those with special needs. While her first language is Portuguese, she learned Sign Language later on and was […]
Super Language Revealed
“Sarkozy told Obama that he would be elected” is an ambiguous sentence. We don’t know exactly who “he” refers to. It turns out there is a “Super Language” that eliminates this confusion. That super language is none other than Sign Language, giving the Deaf yet another reason to be proud. By using corporal shifting, Sign […]
Alabama School for the Deaf Recruits Blind Football Players
Tips on How to Work With Interpreters
Interpreters are professionals and should be there to seamlessly facilitate communication. The better an interpreter is, the less their presence is felt. Clients can also facilitate the quality of the interaction by following a few tips. Don’t say “Tell him/her…” The interpreter will assume that you are talking to the client, unless you specify that […]
Spanish Interpreting and Translating in Los Angeles
Founded by interpreters in Long Beach, we strive to provide professional interpreting and translating in the Los Angeles area, with the family-run feel. 5-star customer service and customized rates enable us to provide the best service at the best rate. With over 10 years of experience interpreting & translating in the Los Angeles area, we […]