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Quiz: how much do you know about the CIOL DipTrans exam?
Interested in becoming a qualified translator? You’ve probably heard of the CIOL DipTrans exam. But how much do you know about it? Test yourself with our DipTrans quiz!
DipTrans Essential Guide 2022
Your essential guide to the DipTrans exam, the diploma in translation offered by the Chartered Institute of Linguists. Updated for 2022.
What Transcreation Is and Why It’s No Gimmick
Why can’t people agree on what transcreation is? Is it just a gimmick to sell marketing translation? Where does transcreation diverge from bilingual copywriting? Find the answers and more in this article.
When Does “North” Need a Capital Letter?
When do you capitalize the word north? Is it northern France or Northern France? Find some hints and tips here.
How do you use em dashes? Test yourself!
Dazzled by dashes? Test yourself with this quiz on em dashes, also known as em rules.
Are You an Expert on Phrasal Verbs?
How would you rate your knowledge of the grammar of phrasal verbs? Try your luck with our quiz to see if you’re a phrasal verb master!
Which is the Best English Thesaurus (book) 2022?
Looking for the best English thesaurus 2022 to help you find the right word? We’ve done the research for you. Check out this article.
7 Best French-English Dictionaries (Books) 2021
Want to buy a French-English dictionary in book format? We’ve researched them all for you. Get help choosing your bilingual dictionary.
Which is the Best CAT Tool 2021?
A freelance translator’s take on the best paid CAT tool and the best free CAT tool in 2021. Read before you buy your translation software!
The Price Difference Between Transcreation and Translation Explained
Price is one of the biggest differences between transcreation and translation. Why is transcreation priced differently?
What’s the Difference Between Translation and Transcreation?
he difference between translation and transcreation is that translation is about producing an accurate and idiomatic rendering of the original text. Transcreation, on the other hand, involves translating with more artistic licence.
Translation Services Articles on The Translator’s Studio
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