Get Instant Quotes Online and Order Captions in Multiple Languages! We are thrilled to announce the launch of our latest feature at GTS Translation: an online price quoting and ordering syst… Read More

by Emily Doxon Ever noticed how some apps look different by location or language? That’s the genius of app localization and translation. Localizing your app involves changing the user… Read More

Attention, freelance translators! We have an important alert regarding a scam targeting professionals in our industry. Fraudsters are posing as representatives of GTS Translation and engagin… Read More

by David Grunwald Probably none of us will have a job. If you want to do a job that’s kinda like a hobby, you can do a job. But otherwise, AI and the robots will provide any goods and… Read More

When translating into or from German, certain pitfalls can compromise the accuracy and fluency of your text. This post outlines the most common mistakes to avoid. This ensures that your Germ… Read More

When distributing video content globally, choosing the right localization technique—captioning, dubbing, or lip syncing—is crucial for engaging international audiences. Each meth… Read More

by Charlie Fletcher Being able to effectively communicate is vital at any time of life. It’s why translation services are such a powerful tool for people navigating administrative, med… Read More

In today’s interconnected world, businesses aiming for global reach can no longer ignore the Spanish-speaking community, which boasts over 575 million speakers worldwide. As companies… Read More

by David Grunwald We recently received the following inquiry from a client in Los Angeles, CA. I have an urgent project we need done ASAP. It is a 6 episode TV show in Spanish that we n… Read More

by Charlie Fletcher The rise of the digital landscape has meant that more businesses have access to global marketplaces. This offers opportunities, but there’s also a lot of competitio… Read More

The Languages of the Czech Republic The Czech Republic, a land of rich history and diverse cultures, has a linguistic landscape as varied as its history. The predominant language, Czech, a S… Read More

by Charlie Fletcher One of the benefits of the rise of the digital landscape is that there is greater potential for businesses to engage in international partnerships and projects. That said… Read More

GTS Translation has integrated Stripe as its payment services provider, allowing customers to pay online by credit card for translation services. Up until now, GTS had been using Payeezy by… Read More

In today’s interconnected world, where technology plays a pivotal role in our daily lives, ensuring that electronic devices meet certain standards for safety, efficiency, and compatibi… Read More

Egypt, with a population of about 105 millions people, is a country with a history that dates back to the dawn of civilization The country stands as a vibrant testament to the enduring legac… Read More

by Edson Da Silva Bezerra Meta Description: Learn how to go global with multilingual ebooks. Reach diverse audiences, overcome challenges, and create inclusive reading experiences. In today… Read More

At GTS we receive frequent requests for official translation services. Here are two examples: I would like 2 driving record translations for driver‘s licenses … Read More

Synopsis: This blog post explores the complexities and importance of professional translation in the manufacturing industry, particularly for technical drawings. It demonstrates how language… Read More

by David Grunwald Summary: ChatGPT can be used to review and proofread translations, by simply feeding the source and target into the tool. In the past, I have written some blog posts on usi… Read More

According to census estimates, there are over 42 million Spanish speakers in the USA. That figure indicates that there are nearly as many Spanish speakers in the USA as in Argentina, Columbi… Read More

Taiwan, an island nation known for its vibrant culture and technological prowess, boasts a fascinating linguistic landscape that mirrors its diverse history and society. As of April 2023, th… Read More

Punjabi, with over 100 million speakers, is not just one of the top 10 spoken languages in the world; it’s a living tapestry of culture and history. Predominantly spoken in the Punjab… Read More

Singapore, a cosmopolitan city-state and global financial hub, presents a fascinating linguistic landscape that mirrors its diverse culture and dynamic economy. With a population comprising… Read More

Nestled in West Africa, Benin is a country of close to 14 Million people with profound cultural diversity and historical depth. This post delves into the intricacies of Benin’s languag… Read More

Revolutionizing Retail: The Emergence and Impact of Commerce Chatbots In today’s fast-evolving global marketplace, businesses are constantly seeking innovative ways to stay ahead. A ke… Read More

South America is a treasure trove of opportunities for businesses looking to expand globally. With over 210 million Spanish speakers, this continent presents a vast and varied market, ripe f… Read More

Bruce Lee, a legendary figure in martial arts and cinema, was a multilingual talent whose linguistic skills complemented his diverse cultural background and artistic endeavors. Born on Novem… Read More

The high demand for Spanish legal translation services is driven by the growing number of Spanish speakers worldwide, increasing international trade and immigration from Spanish-speaking cou… Read More

by Luke Smith Dentistry is a demanding and complex field where dentists must provide quality service to often nervous patients. Dental anxiety is so common that it prevents many from getting… Read More

Last week we received an inquiry from Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, a law firm in Philadelphia, PA, USA. Here is the email we received. We are looking for a quote on getting certified pat… Read More

Southeast Asia, a region that comprises ten countries, is a melting pot of cultures, religions, and, importantly, languages. With a combined population of over 650 million people, the lingui… Read More

by Luke Smith The relatively swift rise of the internet over the last couple of decades has provided easy access to global cultures, connections, and marketplaces. One of the industries that… Read More

Happy New Year! At least it is for the some people. In 2023, the Jewish New Year falls at sundown on Friday September 15 and ends at sundown on Sunday September 17. Why does the holiday star… Read More

According to the translation industry consulting firm Slator, the translation industry has an estimated market size of USD 26.6bn in 2022. And while the industry is pretty fragmented, with m… Read More

Everybody loves a long weekend. It gives you time to spend with family and friends. It also gives you a day off from work. But is there any substance to this federal holiday? Or is it just a… Read More

Expert German to English Financial Document Translations Translating financial documents from German to English requires precision, understanding of both languages’ financial terminolo… Read More

Machine translation (MT) has made considerable progress in recent years. And it is poised to improve even further in the future, aided by tailwinds from the world of AI technology. But are y… Read More

by David Grunwald I am writing this post as I am visiting Las Vegas, AKA as sin city, on vacation. This is not my first time in the city and it seems to grow bigger with each visit. Accordin… Read More

by Luke Smith The international language services market was valued at $60.68 billion in 2022 and is predicted to jump all the way to $96.21 billion by 2032. Tech advances and increased inte… Read More

Organizations and business enterprises operating from multiple locations across the globe often require professional translation services to communicate and interact accurately with internat… Read More

by Luke Smith In today’s increasingly diverse society, the rich tapestry of languages is undeniably a valuable part of a thriving culture. Nevertheless, this linguistic diversity can a… Read More

by David Grunwald I tuned in yesterday to the online TAUS webinar entitled: ChatGPT and the Takeaways for the Translation Industry. Here are my impressions: About the Webinar In this webinar… Read More

This is part 5 of a series of posts, the content of which will be used to train our new Chatbot which is currently in development. These posts contain real questions which were asked by GTS… Read More

This is part 4 in our series of posts that will be used to train our AI-powered chatbot. Good afternoon, I am looking specifically for Food Label translation. Under the quote, select industr… Read More

This is part 3 in our series of posts that will be used to train our AI-powered chatbot. Everyone knows what an FAQ is. Frequently Asked Questions. FAQs will become a relic of the past as AI… Read More

This is part 2 of a series of posts that will be used to train our AI-powered chatbot. The questions featured in these posts are quoted verbatim from real customer queries that were received… Read More

Many people seem to be afraid of AI. The most extreme scenarios detail a world where AI-powered robots will launch a military attack against humans and engage in genocide. Other much less sc… Read More

by David Grunwald Jobs across numerous fields could be replaced, according to the company ChatGPT. The tech company, which has sparked debate in recent months, said it could “pote… Read More

SDS stands for Safety Data Sheet, which is a document that contains information on the hazards of a chemical substance or mixture, as well as guidance on its safe handling, storage, and disp… Read More

As globalization continues to increase, the need for translation services is becoming more prevalent than ever before. One of the most important aspects of this is the translation of video s… Read More

by David Grunwald ChatGPT is still big news, even six months after it launched. The Italian government has banned its use in Italy. In Israel, a class action lawsuit has been filed against O… Read More

by Meredith Jones Welcome to the United States! Moving from your homeland to a brand-new country is a huge step, and one that no doubt took significant effort. There’s still more to do… Read More

by William Wilde From an English speaker’s perspective, when learning a new language, it’s interesting to look at the relative difficulties. Chinese, Japanese, and Korean are all… Read More

by Kevin Carneglia Did you know there are around 6,500 languages spoken in the world today? Many of them are actually close to extinction. Some of them have as little as one speaker left in… Read More

by David Grunwald After spending about two weeks on the waitlist, I received yesterday an email from Microsoft saying You’re in! Welcome to the new Bing! Hurray! Naturally I started to… Read More

The Fintech sector has experienced exponential growth in recent years, driven by increasing demand for digital financial services, advancements in technology, and changing consumer preferenc… Read More

Machine translation (MT) has made tremendous progress in the last few years. And for certain kinds of texts, it may even produce perfect results. But there are still some things that it stil… Read More

by David Grunwald The marketing people at Microsoft scored a major coup earlier this month. In a brilliant move, they managed to breathe new life into a failed product. They also spooked the… Read More

by David Grunwald The marketing people at Microsoft scored a major coup earlier this month. In a brilliant move, they managed to breathe new life into a failed product. They also spooked the… Read More

by Dave Grunwald The web is abuzz with the changing tides in the search engine world. On February 8, 2023 Google lost over 7% in market value (to the tune of $100 billion) after its newly in… Read More

Hebrew is not a widely spoken language: it is estimated that there are approximately 9 million people who speak Hebrew, with the majority of them residing in Israel. Hebrew is the official l… Read More

What is ChatGPT? ChatGPT is an AI language model developed by OpenAI. It is a conversational AI model trained on a large corpus of text data to generate human-like responses to text inputs… Read More

The Hmong language is an ancient language that has been spoken by the Hmong people for centuries. It is a tonal language, meaning that the same word can have different meanings depending on… Read More

by Luke Smith It’s estimated that 15 to 20% of the world’s population is neurodiverse. That simply means that this subset of people thinks differently than what is considered &ld… Read More

by David Grunwald The US has no official language. So even though English is the defacto national language, there is no federal law that mandates English usage in any official way. This may… Read More

GTS has rolled out a new feature on our website: you can now get instant price quotes for SRT files in over 80 languages. The process of getting a price quote for translation of SRT files is… Read More

Argentina’s national team did very well and reached the World Cup final with a convincing 3-0 win over Croatia, the reigning runners-up to the world champion. Led by captain Lionel Mes… Read More

by David Grunwald The R-word is being mentioned a lot in recent weeks. Are we already in recession? Are we out of the recession? Are we going to be in recession? There are many opinions but… Read More

by DL Miller If you spend time on the web and you’re sensitive to language, then you have probably noticed that not all blogs and websites follow the same rules. You may have spotted u… Read More

Billionaire Elon Musk famously bought Twitter for $54 Billion and took the company private. Now what? Twitter is not a profitable company and has been losing money in recent years. Even in t… Read More

People in different countries use different keywords when doing an online search. That’s why companies should perform keyword research by country and by language. By optimizing your we… Read More

How to find relevant keywords by country? People in different countries use different keywords when doing an online search. That’s why companies should perform keyword research to find… Read More

As a translation company sales person or freelance translator, you may be getting requests to provide free samples. If you say yes, then you are probably wasting time and resources for nothi… Read More

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What is an unwritten language? Simply put, it is a language that is spoken but not written, and therefore has no written form by native speakers of that language. Unwritten languages by thei… Read More

Zoom has a function called live transcription that automatically transcribes the audio during the meeting and displays the transcript as subtitles. Using this feature will make it easier for… Read More

by Luke Smith You’ve found a career that combines your love of language with your desire to help people. A career as a medical translator is both an art and a science. It is at once a… Read More

by Andre Oentoro Video marketing is becoming ever more popular among business owners as one of the most effective strategies to increase conversion. Considering how people enjoy watching vid… Read More

As widely reported by various media, China has shut off access to Google Translate in mainland China. Users in China that try to access translate.google.cn or translate.google.com are redire… Read More

The popularity and usage of free translation programs is rising. More and more translation software products are being announced every year. And more and more companies are using these apps… Read More

Google Reverse Image Search Google Images has a feature which has been around since 2011, but is relatively unknown to many people. Reverse image search allows you to upload an image or a li… Read More

by Colton Jones Canada is known for many things: hockey, poutine, friendly people, and more importantly-its millions of immigrants. But why are immigrants choosing to call Canada home, consi… Read More

You created amazing video content and did everything possible to promote it: shared the video on social media, optimized the title and description, and promoted it in online communities. But… Read More

by Evgeniya Melnik Literal translation is an expression that refers to a word-for-word translation that is too close to the original text. This can also be referred to as a linear translatio… Read More

by Evgeniya Melnik Literal translation is an expression that refers to a word-for-word translation that is too close to the original text. This can also be referred to as a linear translatio… Read More

By David Grunwald Is your translator or translation agency translating your material from scratch or are they using machine translation in their workflow? I contend that many or even most pr… Read More

Firefox Translations provides automated translation of web content. Unlike cloud-based alternatives, translation is done locally, on the client-side, so that the text being translated does n… Read More

by Gloria Martinez Business technology changes constantly, and it no longer benefits large companies only. Small and mid-size businesses can benefit from technological innovation as well. Re… Read More

In the world of translation, quality is paramount. Because a poor translation can have disastrous results. For example, if a medical doctor uses a medical device incorrectly. Or, if a drug i… Read More

by Rachel Perez  There are many paths to take when learning another language. From apps to tutors to simply watching foreign films, everyone learns differently. What’s important i… Read More

by Maliha Tasneem When you own an eCommerce business, you need to do everything in your power to reach as many people as possible. And to reach a large audience, you must make your website a… Read More

Among all of the recent bad economic data in the US like rising gas/food prices, inflation and the bear stock market – there is one bright spot. The US dollar has achieved parity with… Read More

Metaverse is a compound term made from the words Meta (or Beyond) and Universe. The term first appears in Neil Stevenson’s Sci-Fi novel Snow Crash (1992) and has since been adopted by… Read More

I recently imported a vehicle from Italy to the US, and in order to get it registered in the USA, I need the Italian title and bill of sale translated to English. There are then two document… Read More

Online retail sales in South Korea have hit an all-time high, and are expected to continue growing over the next few years. If you want to get into this market, you may be wondering how to s… Read More

by Gloria Martinez There are many web-based projects that can be difficult for small business owners to handle on their own. This includes managing online marketing or engaging with customer… Read More

Spelling mistakes, also referred to as typographical errors (typos), are a fact of life. You can even find them in top online publications like the New York Times. You can even find them in… Read More

Spelling mistakes, also referred to as typographical errors (typos), are a fact of life. You can even find them in top online publications like the New York Times. You can even find them in… Read More

By Wojciech Wołoszyk Some law firms have in-house translation departments to deal with multilingual services. However, most law firms do not have internal translation teams and must rel… Read More