I have worked as a copy editor, in various forms, for the last ten years. With my red pen in hand and apostrophes at the ready, I have plodded along the pedant’s path, hitting more …
At first, it might seem as if copywriting couldn’t be more different than creative writing. Short stories and novels are full of unlikely situations and human drama, very often with the possibilities of language pushed …
We’ve all seen people glued to their phones. But have you ever seen what they’re looking at? Very often, it’s something with subtitles. Subtitles are a great way to reach a broader audience for movies, …
An article from David – localiser, philosopher and Berliner. Of buzzwords and biZZness It’s been a long time since ‘buzzword’ was a buzzword, nowadays we just let it buzz on past our lips like any other word. …
As a copywriter, I love words. Words have personalities. Almost like people. Some words are lighthearted and fun. Some words look daunting while others make you feel comfortable instantly. Like some people. Words have a …
An article contributed by Daniela who is a copy writer, translator, proof reader, and passionate English teacher. She enjoys all aspects of the English language, although her German is quite good as well. Collecting trivia …
In the modern world, we take for granted the idea of the interpreter as the neutral and discreet mediator of other people’s conversation. When world leaders engage, negotiate and tussle with each other, we barely …
Tone. Tone! Tone. TONE. It’s easy to understand, but far more difficult to put into words. When you speak face-to-face with somebody, you have a whole host of non-verbal communication to work with – body …
I’ll admit it. I’m a pedant. Whether I was before I moved to Germany or not is another matter. One thing is for sure, however, outside of the technical sciences, translation is one of few …
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