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The majority of Britons regret not being able to speak a second language
14th November 2023
A recent YouGov poll indicates that a significant portion of the British population would favour mandatory modern language learning in both primary and secondary schools. The survey was undertaken by the British Academy and examined British adults’ attitudes and opinions towards learning modern languages. It also marked the launch of a new online resource designed… Read more »
What is Native Speakerism and why does it matter?
31st October 2023
Are the labels ‘native speaker’ and ‘non-native speaker’ suitable and feasible for characterising language proficiency, usage and comprehension? When discussing English, to which nation do these terms relate as ‘native’? Whose English qualifies as ‘native English’? Does being a ‘native speaker’ in the context of English Language Teaching (ELT) lead to enhanced teaching and learning… Read more »
Where does the term ‘earmark’ come from?
13th October 2023
The word “earmark” is believed to have originated from livestock farming and the practice of marking the ears of cattle or other animals with distinctive cuts or notches as a way to identify ownership or designate a specific use. Over time, the term “earmark” transitioned from being associated with physical marks on animals to being… Read more »
MRS Excellence Awards 2023 Lunch and Winners
12th July 2023
The MRS Excellence Awards lunch, held on Friday, June 9th at Smith & Wollensky in London, was a remarkable event that honoured outstanding contributions to the field of market research. Foreign Tongues is the Principal Sponsor of this prestigious occasion. With over 100 attendees, the event provided an excellent opportunity for networking and recognising the… Read more »
Can We Dream in More Than One Language?
11th June 2023
Dreams are mysterious and often perplexing experiences that occur during our sleep. They can transport us to surreal landscapes, put us in impossible situations and introduce us to strange characters. But what language do we dream in? Can our dreams transcend the limits of our waking linguistic abilities? The answer to these questions is not… Read more »
Foreign Tongues – Principal Sponsor of the MRS Excellence Awards 2023
17th May 2023
The MRS Excellence Awards are a yearly event celebrating personal achievements as well as the new MRS Fellows. Foreign Tongues is proud to be the Principal Sponsor of this incredible event, for the 6th consecutive year. This event is renowned as one of the friendliest and most joyful MRS events of the year as the… Read more »
Language used for the coronation of King Charles III
5th May 2023
On Saturday, 6th of May, the UK will experience its first coronation (a ceremony to make someone a King or Queen) since 1953, when Queen Elizabeth II began her reign (the length of time she was a Queen). People from all over the world have travelled to London to experience this special event. Over the… Read more »
Market Research Online Survey Translation
10th March 2023
At Foreign Tongues Translation, we specialise in the translation of online surveys for market research companies. Market research has changed immensely since the advent of the internet, allowing market research companies to interact and glean information from respondents instantly, whether through online surveys or projects conducted via online focus groups and forums. The rise of… Read more »
Duolingo Releases 2022 Global Language Report
30th January 2023
Duolingo released its third Global Language Report at the end of 2022, giving insights into patterns and habits of language learning around the world. The report investigates which countries study which languages, how interest in learning different languages has changed over time and how learner behaviour varies around the world. The data is based on… Read more »
PPC Translation – do I really need it?
24th January 2023
PPC (Pay Per Click) is a form of online advertising in which advertisers pay each time users to click their ads. Your ads are shown to users interested in and searching for the keywords you have chosen. PPC is a popular choice for companies trying to get in front of their target audience quickly and… Read more »
