Last year I wrote about one of my favorite Spanish words, estrenar. Another favorite is tocayo: Tocayo: Namesake I don’t feel that the English translation of this word really does justice to the Spanish meaning or sentiment. In Spanish-speaking countries, and especially in Mexico, tocayo is a heartfelt word to refer to someone who sharesContinue reading “Tocayo”
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Language and Personality: Who Are You?
Who are you? This is a question that most of us think about throughout our lives. Our self-image and personality probably changes over the years as our interests, relationships, and life experiences show us new sides to ourselves. So, what’s the role of language in who we are? Does the language we speak affect ourContinue reading “Language and Personality: Who Are You?”
Can We Talk About “Pivot?”
As a language person, I pay extra attention to how words are being used within a specific context. As a translator, I’m hyper aware of how a particular term can “make or break” the meaning or feel of a sentence. So, can we talk about the word “pivot?” I have come to detest this word!Continue reading “Can We Talk About “Pivot?””
Living on Borrowed Words
If someone told you to no longer use the word “burrito” to describe beans, rice, lettuce and cheese wrapped up in a tortilla, what would you do? It is commonly thought that the word “burrito” comes from the fact that, like a little donkey that can carry many items on its back, a burrito carriesContinue reading “Living on Borrowed Words”
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