A classic – if it is not true, it is a nice tale:
A German speaker wished to start his presentation by conveying the message that he wants to be brief and concise. And he insisted on speaking English. So he announced to the great astonishment of the audience:
“I would like to be short and pregnant.”
Some time ago a majour event attracting a lot of media attention took place in Berlin. The interpreter was fascinated to see […]
Here are some of the results: In a Tokyo Hotel: Is forbidden to steal hotel towels please. If you are not a person […]
Today the interpreter received a phone call – mind you, that is not a rare thing. Enquiries, requests, job offers: all of […]
