Translation from English to Spanish (TRANSLT. II)

What is one small thing you can do to make a big difference when writing content for translation into English?

• Keep thoughts brief

• Use complex sentences

• Add more verbs and nouns

• Avoid editing the material

Why is it important to set a standard vocabulary when translating material?

• It makes the text longer

• It can change the meaning of the text

• It simplifies the translation process

• It eliminates slang terms

What should you do with jokes when translating content?

• Keep them as they are

• Get rid of them

• Translate them literally

• Add more jokes

What is a common issue with translating cliches?

• They always translate perfectly

• They can lose their meaning

• They are easy to understand

• They are always clear

What is the recommended voice to use in original content to ensure better translation?

• Passive voice

• Active voice

• Complex voice

• Indirect voice

What is a key difference in date formatting between American English and other languages?

• Month comes first in all languages

• Day comes first in many languages

• Year is always last

• Dates are not important

What should you check before printing or publishing translated content?

• Spacing and layout

• Length of the text

• Number of pages

• Font style

What is one effective strategy for proofreading translations?

• Take a break

• Translate again

• Ignore errors

• Use only technology

What should you do to ensure consistency in terminology and style throughout the document?

• Use glossaries or translation memory tools

• Change terminology frequently

• Avoid using any tools

• Focus on one language only

What is the purpose of reflective proofreading?

• To check for spelling errors

• To consider translation choices

• To translate again

• To ignore the original text