IKEA’s language translations are just too sexual and raunchy for Thailand

The Swedish furniture giant’s translations for some of its product names have caused quite a stir for Thai customers, sounding just a bit too close to sexual slang.Last March we reported on the top ten language translation errors made by major compan…

Language Translation – Language and travel: the advantages of picture books

The simplest form of communication when travelling in foreign countries may be a picture book.Summer is travel time, and trips to far-away locales are increasingly frequent. For many Americans, “going abroad” used to mean a trip to Mexico o…

Language Translation – Language and travel: the advantages of picture books

The simplest form of communication when travelling in foreign countries may be a picture book.Summer is travel time, and trips to far-away locales are increasingly frequent. For many Americans, “going abroad” used to mean a trip to Mexico o…