Zhang Yao

English-Chinese Translator | ITI certified | ISO Qualified
Member of Institute of Translation and Interpreting

[Zhang Yao @zhanyao7]

Leaving a game name in English is not always unfinished localization. If no approved Chinese form exists, inventing one can create a parallel identity across store, search, social and in-game text. Record the decision and naming owner first. #GameLocalization #Terminology

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A translation can be correct in the CAT tool and incomplete in the final PDF. Check source changes, missing target text and layout damage separately—and record who owns each fix. #TranslationQA #Localization

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Happy National Day to everyone celebrating in China. For cross-border work, “after the holiday” needs a date, a time zone, and a clear next step. A reply date and a delivery date are different commitments. #NationalDay #Translation

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“Certified translation” is not a universal specification.
Before translating an official document, identify the receiving authority, then verify its current requirements for credentials, completeness and submission.
#CertifiedTranslation #LegalTranslation #HigherEducation

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Clients don't hire translators because they've read the most books. They hire translators who can make the right decisions. Glossaries, style guides, and research are important. But in localization, value comes from judgment: understanding context, culture and expectations.

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Happy new year.

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💡 Tech is a translator's best friend! Boost efficiency with:
♠ CAT tools for speed & consistency
♥ Automation for admin tasks
♦ Industry updates (forums, blogs, webinars)
♣ Collaboration tools (Drive, Slack, Teams)
Work smarter, stay ahead! 🚀 #Translation #Productivity

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@lex_is_lex_ 也有可能是我有点内向？

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Nice trip.

[Yangyi @yangyi]

花点时间冥想！

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As we bid farewell to 2023, I find myself in a reflective state, appreciating the valuable experiences and lessons that have shaped my path. Here's to a purposeful 2024, a year of growth, resilience, and daily victories.

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@GraceSutachan Thanks for your information, Grace.
I got the same E-mail.

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@eTranslationSe2 👍