Interpreters and Translators in the World of Offshore IT Services

Interpreters and Translators in the World of Offshore IT Services The value found in outsourced IT services in countries such as India, China, and various nations in Europe and Southeast Asia is undeniable, and demand only continues to grow. Indeed, there is great talent to be found in offshore technical services such as hosting and data centers, software development projects, and IT Support…

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Happy New Year from Metaphrasis | Preparing for Success in 2021

Happy New Year from Metaphrasis | Preparing for Success in 2021 Elizabeth Colon, President of Metaphrasis Language & Cultural Solutions and President of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Chicago’s Chapter, has a New Year’s message for business owners looking to make the most of 2021. You can read the entire article at the official NAWBO blog. but here’s…

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Get a FREE Translation!

Your Company Needs Documents Translated - Get One For FREE!   Take advantage of our limited-time offer & get a FREE document translation. Why not experience what Metaphrasis can do for your business?   Give us a try - you'll be happy with our expertise! We offer the BEST document translations in Chicago with double-check accuracy. For each translation project, one translator…

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Transcription Services

It can be convenient to have associates, employees, or affiliates who can provide for your language service needs, but you need to be sure that those needs are being delivered effectively. We have administered hundreds of language assessments for companies, including both verbal and written proficiency exams, and will work with you to determine the testing solution that best meets your needs.

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Braille Transcription Services

There are a lot of nuances to braille—different coding systems and conventions. We follow a process that meets or exceeds all of the standards set forth by the Braille Authority of North American (BANA), and pay close attention to the accurate transcription of audio, layout and production, and large print format documents into braille.

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Voice Over Services

Vocal performance ability is critical to an effective voice-over. We have a team of experienced foreign language voice-over artists ready to perform for television, radio, audiobook, multimedia presentation, or wherever else they might be needed.

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Avoiding Gender Bias in Translation

Avoiding Gender Bias in Translation and Localization Translation can be tricky when trying to choose the correct words to portray feelings and meaning. Here are some tips to ensure that your translations steer clear of accidental gender bias: Accurate Translation Art is a great example of one-part portrayal, and one-part interpretation. Whether a painting, poem, or theatrical play the translator…

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3 Inspiring TED Talks About Translation You’ve Got to Watch

When it comes to translation, sometimes you need to watch a little inspiration to gain a new perspective on the world of language. Here are three inspiring TED Talks about translation that we think you must watch! Ted Talk #1: Tiffany Watt Smith, The History of Human Emotions Despite the hype about machine translation, as we know human translators will continue to have several critical…

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Website Translation Errors: Common Mistakes You Need to Fix

Translating your website can be much trickier than it appears. While there are plenty of resources available, a poorly translated website isn’t good for your brand or business. If your multilingual website isn’t performing as well as you expected, then chances are you have some common website translation errors holding your performance back. Let’s take a look at the top website translation…

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Transcreation for International Business

Are you interested in optimizing your marketing and advertising reach to a global audience? When translation isn’t enough, you need transcreation. It may sound obvious, but different cultures have different cultural touch-points. For instance, an advertising campaign centered around Santa Claus for the holiday season may work well in Western countries, but many countries’ populations do not…

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