There is a saying in Chinese, “You are never deemed as strange by showering people with your over-the-top gestures.” (禮多人不怪). Gestures can be as simple as a hand sign or they can be a type of custom that bears rich cultural connotations. In this article we take a look at examples of common gestures in Chinese society in an attempt to bridge the cultural gaps for those who travel or work in a Chinese speaking countries.
Blended learning is a buzz word in the world of language training. It essentially describes learning via a combination of methods, such as the mixture of face-to-face lessons and e-learning. Read more to find out how PLS’s blended learning solutions can save your business time and money.
How different are the two professions of teaching and translating? Sofia, a teacher at our government language centre and a qualified Translator and Interpreter shares her insights and explores whether there is a link between them that helps in successful delivery of one or the other.
Looking back at the last 300 years, we can say that humankind has made enormous progress in terms of science and technology - which was what the industrial revolution was all about. But language teachers and translators alike are now asking whether technology is here to assist us or replace us?
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Professional Language Solutions Ltd Established in 1991, PLS provides language training in multiple formats and over 50 languages for corporate and government customers across the UK. |
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