Student’s translation conundrums
The work of professional translators consist of something more than just instinctive translation of a text. It is therefore not reasonable to expect a person who is just starting out in translation studies to demonstrate a level of knowledge equal to that of a translation agency. By learning, students have the opportunity to learn how […]
Italian-Spanish False Friends and Cognates
Since Italian and Spanish share a close Latin origin, Italian speakers who communicate in italiano standard and Spanish speakers using castellano are able to chat and exchange ideas to some extent. However, when we consider words that sound alike in both languages but completely differ in meaning, a lot of amusing and certainly puzzling situations […]
Translator vs proper names
Working as a translator , you are often faced with challenges posed by a text. This problem concerns especially those who work with literary and artistic pieces. One of the most ‘troublesome’ elements are proper names. Due to their complex nature based usually on a strong link between culture and the language of the text, […]
Korean language and its secrets
The increase in popularity of Asian cultures, as well as rapid economic growth of the region, has brought along with it an increase in the number of people interested in learning Asian languages. There’s a significant demand for translators specialising in languages of the Asian region, with the most popular ones being the languages of […]
Easter with ATOMINIUM!
The ATOMINIUM Team would like to wish you all a Happy Easter! We hope this special holiday will be full of joy, peace and happiness. Also, please note that on Friday 15th and on Easter Monday (18th of April) our office will be closed. All your emails will be answered on Tuesday. Happy Easter!
A Different Neighbourhood of Chicago
While visiting Chicago, most tourists usually choose to visit typical destinations that are often overcrowded. As a person who has lived in Chicago for the majority of my life, there is one area that I recommend to a visitor who wishes to not be in a place overburdened with people. The place that I consider […]
What do translation and colonisation have in common?
When reading an intriguing book, we tend to praise the author, sometimes the editor or illustrator as well. Sadly, seldom do we give credit to the translator, who has a profound impact on the final outcome after all. Even the finest work of literature can completely lose its charm once it falls into the hands […]
Words that used to mean something different
In everyday life, not many people pay any heed to the origin of the words they are using. It is not crucial to know what they used to mean in the past, but to understand their meaning now. Not many people are interested in the etymology of words, unless they are an etymologist or<br> a […]
