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CIOL DipTrans Exam 2021 and Beyond
The CIOL DipTrans exam has undergone several changes since 2021. This is a summary for translators interested in the CIOL DipTrans exam.
5 Reasons Why I Failed the CIOL Diploma in Translation (DipTrans exam)
Pass rates for the CIOL Diploma in Translation (DipTrans) exam in Spanish to English hover around 25%. Find out why I failed, to help you pass …
Free Translation of General DipTrans Past Paper (Spanish-to-English Translators)
Looking for a general DipTrans past paper? Get a mock general DipTrans past paper translation for Spanish-to-English translators.
Judging by or judging from? Conflict over or conflict for?
Judging by or judging from? Conflict over or conflict for? This quiz explores these doubts from students on our DipTrans preparatory course.
Quiz: shoe terminology translations (Spanish-English)
Ready to flex your fashion muscles and do some shoe terminology translations between Spanish and English? Check out our quiz. Which of these terms is not part of a shoe? a) Topline b) Vamp c) Heel counter d) Brim e) Midsole Match the Spanish to the...
Hyphenating adjectives and adverbs
How is your knowledge on hyphenating adjectives and adverbs? Try this quick quiz with answers and explanations.
Should I do a free test translation for a potential translation client?
Free test translations are popular with agencies and clients. But should a freelance translator do a free translation test? Find out here.
News for Translators June 2021 Literary Translation
News for translators June 2021 from The Translator’s Studio: summer reads, translated literature, Lisbon book fair, literary translation.
Quotes for Professional Translation Services, What’s Your Secret?
Quotes for translation services are part of the translator’s day-to-day. What’s your secret to make sure your quote is the one that gets picked?
Why Copywriting Is a Key Part of Marketing Translation
The aim of marketing translation is to produce persuasive copy for other languages and cultures. Find out why copywriting is a key part of that.
5 Mistakes to Avoid When You Buy Professional Translation Services Online
Buying professional translation services online? Make sure you get a translation that sells with these five tips.
What to Do with Format When You Translate a Website
When you translate a website, text format affects price and quality. This article will help you choose the best formatting option.