Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
Why does German sound angry?
When I tell an English speaker in the United States I am a German translator, there is a good chance I will get the question “Why does...
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Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Apr 26
- 6 min
Translation Services for Documents: Freelancer or Translation Company?
If you are looking for translation services for documents that need deciphering, you may have noticed there are two options available....
Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Apr 14
- 5 min
What is a certified translator and how do I find one?
Whether you are moving internationally, doing business in another country, or entangled in an international legal battle — you may need...
Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Mar 29
- 5 min
How much do translations cost?
One of the most common questions I get from prospective clients is “How much do your services cost?” It is a fair question. Everyone has...
Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Mar 15
- 4 min
5 Myths About Foreign Languages
With their native tongue functioning as a major lingua franca worldwide, many native English speakers have long enjoyed the luxury of not...
Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Mar 1
- 3 min
5 Steps to Translate Technical Terms from German into English
There is a common misconception that translating language is simply a binary process that involves looking up words in a dictionary and...
Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Feb 15
- 4 min
Words with Hidden Meanings in Manufacturing Terminology Part 2
Impression-Die Forging, Closed-Die Forging, Drawing, Metal Casting Defects There are a number of seemingly normal, everyday words that...
Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Feb 1
- 4 min
Words with Hidden Meanings in Manufacturing Terminology Part 1
Turning, Extrusion, Rolling There are a number of seemingly normal, everyday words that take on completely different meanings when used...
Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Jan 18
- 4 min
Translation Errors That Aren’t Errors
It is common for multilingual laymen to look at a translator’s work and exclaim enthusiastically, “Wait a minute. They translated that...
Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Jan 4
- 3 min
Funny Translation Errors
If you’ve ever been to a country where a foreign language is used, you have probably seen some dubious translations. On my travels, I...
Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Nov 17, 2021
- 4 min
The Solution to the Translator Shortage: Learning from the Squid Game Subtitle Errors
Since news of the Squid Games subtitle errors hit, word of a translator shortage has been reverberating throughout the Internet. Language...
Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Oct 7, 2021
- 7 min
Understanding Different Cultures: How Cultural Differences Manifest
There are plenty of articles out there featuring long lists of differences between specific countries. In China they do X, in the United...
Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Sep 21, 2021
- 5 min
5 Common Myths About Translation and Transcreation
Curious what others were saying about transcreation, I typed the word into Google one day. It was with dismay that I discovered...
Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Sep 7, 2021
- 4 min
Interpreter vs. Translator: What’s the Difference?
Have you ever seen a host on a TV show walking around a foreign country with a bilingual person facilitating communication between the...
Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Aug 17, 2021
- 4 min
Culture in Marketing: International SEO Keyword Research
Why can’t international SEO keywords be translated directly into another language? Cultural differences and linguistic differences.
Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Aug 5, 2021
- 4 min
Culture in Marketing: How Culture Impacts Social Media Use in Germany
This week, I analyze cultural differences in social media use. I will compare Germany and the United States as an example.
Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Jul 20, 2021
- 3 min
Culture in Marketing: How Culture Impacts Consumer Reviews
Once you have found trending marketing content that works in your home country, identifying trending topics worldwide is an excellent way...
Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Jul 6, 2021
- 5 min
How to Find Trending Content That Works for Your Brand
It takes more than an in-depth knowledge of your brand and professional industry to find ideas for trending content that works. Using...
Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Jun 22, 2021
- 3 min
5 Ways to Practice Cultural Awareness
Looking for ways to practice cultural awareness in daily life? Click hear to learn 5 ways to practice cultural awareness for better intercul
Carlie Sitzman MA, CT
- Jun 8, 2021
- 4 min
Answer These 3 Questions to Improve Cultural Awareness
It is no secret that cultural awareness can play a major role in the success of communication between professionals from different...