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[24 Jun 2009 | 4 Comments | 445 views]
We are having a makeover

Its time for us to have a makeover. Yes ! from 1st July 2009 blog.translationartwork.com is going to have a new look – a new theme. And since we believe in Democracy its time to vote.  All our fans and online community members can vote and choose the next theme suitable for our blog.
Below are thumbnails of 3 designs that we have finalized.  You just have to choose and vote for the theme that you feel is best suitable for blog.translationartwork.com.

Theme 3 – Mimbo

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[22 Jun 2009 | 11 Comments | 1,359 views]
Suggestions for amateur translators

If you are fluent in two languages and often engage in translation, you can make this your profession. To engage in a professional translation, you must possess an expertise in the source language and the target language. Other than these key qualifications, you must also have a basic knowledge of  specific branch for which translation is required, and most importantly, discipline in translation practice.
To be a successful translator, you must first gain competence in at least two languages. Your command on the source language fulfills the basic requirement of the …

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[17 Jun 2009 | One Comment | 1,007 views]
Cancerian Translator – The Crab

The Cancerian character is the least clear-cut among those associated with the zodiac – ranging from timid, shy and withdrawn to brilliant and famous. Cancerians are fundamentally conservative and appreciate a secure base. They seek this security in work as well, preferring to be employed with a firm rather than to work as consulting resources.
Translators born under this sun sign have a strong retentive memory, which serves them well in their chosen profession, enabling them to draw upon their experience for a wide range of projects. They are appreciative of …

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[9 Jun 2009 | 6 Comments | 846 views]
Quick Translation Tips

Translation is a very complicated process as against the assumption that translation requires only changing words from the source text to the destination text.  There are many phrases in source text that if translated literally will not make sense in the targeted text. The complicated technicalities of translation include consideration of the genre and the style of the original text. Good translation depends on the competence level of the translator who can meet the timelines of the project.
Regular translators use their own reliable methods and techniques to translate. Their experience …

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[7 Jun 2009 | 2 Comments | 3,601 views]
Geminine Translator – The Twins

The sign of the Twins, Gemini is dual-natured; adaptable but elusive, communicative yet superficial, eloquent but inconsistent; this is a complex and contradictory sign.
Geminians can be successful in a variety of fields, although their characteristics tend to make them unreliable. Being skilled manipulators of language, in both speech and writing, they are ideal as translators. Any profession combining their natural quick-wittedness with a change of surroundings suits them; making them perfect for short term interpretation projects.
While translators born under this sign are blessed with the virtue of versatility – allowing …

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