Better than Google Translate?
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Almost as good as the following schoolboy howler:
“Martin Luther nailed his 95 faeces to the door of his church.”
And no, I haven’t made that one up.
With all the attempts at translation into English in a country of 1.3bn people it would not be surprising if you found a few which were really silly, BUT the photo above is clearly from a German-speaking country and is therefore equally clearly a hoax. In fact, just like
http://languagelog.ldc.upenn.edu/nll/?p=257
I would not underestimate the power of Google Translate. It’s free and does a great job with simple texts. And if you need to translate documents or a medical certificate from english to latin then of course it is better to prefer professional translation from experts. So you will be sure that there are no mistakes.
The article on BuzzFeed showcases amusing instances where Google Translate fails hilariously on signs and instructions. It’s a lighthearted exploration of how machine translation, while immensely helpful, can sometimes go comically wrong, leading to confusion or amusement. These mistranslations often result in unintentionally humorous or nonsensical messages, highlighting the complexities of language and the limitations of technology in accurately capturing cultural nuances. While these mishaps may cause temporary frustration, they also provide a humorous reminder of the importance of human interpretation and the need for continued improvement in translation technology. Overall, it’s an entertaining read that offers a chuckle-worthy glimpse into translation mishaps. Manage online reputation entails acknowledging such instances with humor and transparency, which could mitigate any potential negative impact.