Spanish

What is the best way to translate orally Spanish to English?
Q. Hi, So I learned many languages at school. I have to translate for a big audience from Spanish to English. My mother tongue is Spanish, I'm pretty good with English too, but feel a little afraid to translate from Spanish to English because of the difference of the languages, and all of that. I'm more of a Spanish speaker Can anyone help me with some advice, tips or something, I don't wanna look like an idiot. thanks!
Asked by Seya - Sat Aug 30 15:18:02 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The conditions are in your favor, Seya, because one of the most important things to consider when translating is (1) understanding the message in the original language clearly. Also please pay special attention to the following: 2. (After understanding the message clearly...) Your translation is an interpretation, not a word-for-word translation and sometimes not even a sentence-for-sentence translation. Sometimes you'll translate a couple of sentences as only one, while keeping the original message, of course. 3. The timing is important, that is, when and how fast you can start to translate (Not how fast you talk!), to make it seem more natural to the audience. To make it more manageable, talk to the person who will make the speech (the… [cont.]
Answered by Pablo - Sat Aug 30 18:00:42 2008

What is the Spanish word for the game of tag or a similar common running and chasing game?
Q. I am looking for a Latin/South American Spanish word (not a Spanish word from Spain) specifically a Mexican word or a Chilean word if possible for the game of tag. Or if not exactly the game tag, a common chasing and running game that children play that requires no equipment. If the game you answer is not actually tag but another common running game, please give me a description of how the game is played. Thank you.
Asked by Melissa J - Fri Apr 17 23:50:31 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. game of tag = La mancha or el juego de la mancha
Answered by Marina C - Mon Apr 20 15:59:49 2009

How can I improve my Spanish when I can't get to a Spanish speaking country for talk to people?
Q. I know Spanish but I have trouble speaking it. I need practice speaking to people. I can understnad words in a sentence but I have trouble verbally forming the sentences and having a convo in Espanol. I was thining the closest thing I can do to talk to a Spanish speaking person is to find a job where the person there speaks Spanish. Where else can I find some Spanish people to speak to so I can improve my Spanish?
Asked by Sky - Sun Jul 12 15:52:24 2009 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. There are many ways to help improve your Spanish. 1. I would consult with a teacher. 2. Buy some audio CD's or tapes to listen to. 3. Go to a Mexican restaurant. 4. Look at some Spanish news articles online. 5. There's also a really cool Spanish program you can buy for your computer. It is called Instant Immersion Spanish Deluxe. It has a lot of CD's inside that will help you improve on basic conversation level. It requires either a webcam or a headset with a microphone attached to it. It is speech recognition. Buena suerte!
Answered by Stuart - Tue Jul 14 13:46:29 2009