A Blushing Lobby, A Lobster Plane, Avoid the Manager, Ass-pirational Travel – Friday Funnies is Here

April returns spring to us. The name April likely originated from the Latin word “Aprilis”. The reason the Romans choose “Aprilis” could be associated with the Latin word “aperire”, which means “to open” (symbolizing the budding of flowers in spring.) Or it may have originated from the Etruscan form of the Greek goddess Aphrodite, named… Continue reading A Blushing Lobby, A Lobster Plane, Avoid the Manager, Ass-pirational Travel – Friday Funnies is Here

Dentists, Jelly Beans, and Saws: Don’t let this happen to you

Since these disconnects can happen to you, advanced warning can help prevent them: Potential Liability and Brand Confusion Problem: Over many of our 34 years, we have provided translations into many EU languages for Dentsply, the world’s largest dental supply firm. Whatever implements go into your mouth or occupy dentists’ exam rooms likely come from Dentsply’s… Continue reading Dentists, Jelly Beans, and Saws: Don’t let this happen to you

Dental Clergy, Tough Tailors, Destination Unknown and Birthday Suits – it’s Friday Funnies

 March has come in like a Lion. Storms of rain and snow have covered most of the country, disrupting transportation from coast to coast. Many of us are spending our time indoors, contemplating all the upcoming important days to celebrate this month. For example: With such exciting celebrations ahead, there’s never a dull moment. And… Continue reading Dental Clergy, Tough Tailors, Destination Unknown and Birthday Suits – it’s Friday Funnies

Italian elections, Fujitsu and Gluten: Learn what they have in common…

As the oldest, continual language agency in North America, some of our interesting projects over our 34 years illustrate some benefits for you: Italian Elections Problem: As Italian national elections approached, we got a call at our California office one summer Friday afternoon just after 5pm (naturally). A political consultant in New York for one… Continue reading Italian elections, Fujitsu and Gluten: Learn what they have in common…

How Bad AI Damages You More

Many people blindly rely on AI to translate their websites, manuals, contracts, videos, etc. into others’ languages. And depending on the program used, the results can be very good or totally terrible … and can be very damaging. As a minor example, a US online education firm markets its courses to “Learners” in France which… Continue reading How Bad AI Damages You More