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Poll: When we colonize the moon or Mars, how soon will we need to send translators and interpreters?
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Mario Freitas
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Amazing Apr 28, 2018

Peter Simon wrote:

you crazy diamond...


Some poll questions are just unbelievable.


 
Parrot
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I missed this poll May 2, 2018

... but I have to say I already awarded the first prize ever I know in this category to the Houston-based Mir interpreter (who also happens to be a Prozian).

For the record.



 
Evgeny Andreyev
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as soon as the first misunderstanding arises May 2, 2018

I presume, as soon as the first misunderstanding between two or more colonizers arises, even between those speaking the same language

 
Giuliana Buscaglione
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.. missed the poll May 2, 2018

Why only the moon or Mars?
For this Russlish would suffice, I'd say

Language experts will always be needed IMHO, as a machine - no matter how sophisticated - cannot (so far and I doubt it will ever) understand cultural differences, the very source of misunderstanings if not troubles.

Let's extend it to the Universe, for which I'd opt for an Universal language... no artificial language, but based
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Why only the moon or Mars?
For this Russlish would suffice, I'd say

Language experts will always be needed IMHO, as a machine - no matter how sophisticated - cannot (so far and I doubt it will ever) understand cultural differences, the very source of misunderstanings if not troubles.

Let's extend it to the Universe, for which I'd opt for an Universal language... no artificial language, but based on existing languages


I am afraid it won't happen during my time on Planet Earth, so for me pure Science Fiction... might start writing a book on this subject though.



Giuliana

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Sigurjón Kristjánsson (X)
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Translators in space May 2, 2018

Of course we will need translators and interpreters in space. The sooner we colonize space, the more imperative the need for people with our prowess. Sure there will be scientists that can speak the same language, but remember Apollo/Soyuz, when the astronauts had to learn Russian (to understand it, not speak it), and the cosmonauts had to learn English for the same reason. However, with more international relations, the more our profession will be involved, Moreover, as extraterrestrial tend... See more
Of course we will need translators and interpreters in space. The sooner we colonize space, the more imperative the need for people with our prowess. Sure there will be scientists that can speak the same language, but remember Apollo/Soyuz, when the astronauts had to learn Russian (to understand it, not speak it), and the cosmonauts had to learn English for the same reason. However, with more international relations, the more our profession will be involved, Moreover, as extraterrestrial tend to use more Extra Sensory Perception (ESP) and thought transfer, it is more likely, that only those of us with that gift (i.e. interfacers) , will be able to pass the recruitment screening, in addition to have a clean enhanced DBS check and elevated security clearance, but the question is, who will be choosing the candidates. Will it be done by the military, private entities like the Bohemian Group, or will it be the extra terrestrials that will be doing the hiring???Collapse


 
Sigurjón Kristjánsson (X)
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Lost in translation. May 2, 2018

Evgeny Andreyev wrote:

I presume, as soon as the first misunderstanding between two or more colonizers arises, even between those speaking the same language


This happened just before WWII was brought to an end, when the interpreter interpreted the words of the Japanese Emperor, to mean: "Not worth a comment" instead of "NO COMMENT", resulting in Hiroshima and Nagasaki getting bombed.

On that "bombshell", have a nice day, prozians.


 
edprevett
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I continue to believe that Receive Pronunciation means that no translation will be necessary. May 2, 2018

No translation will be necessary as all extra-terrestrials will speak like All Volenday bringing us news of fresh disasters in pukka RP.

 
aristyserra
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Would there be a need? May 2, 2018

There are variois things to consider: firstly should there be a need for translators they would have to train the translators in the languages they would want in mars and should there be life there learn said language(s). Other things to consider is that if mankind is as advanced to have colonies in other planets they would have the devices and technology to autotranslate for people. We currently have apps for that. We feel that the need would be for diplomatic purposes and therefore translators... See more
There are variois things to consider: firstly should there be a need for translators they would have to train the translators in the languages they would want in mars and should there be life there learn said language(s). Other things to consider is that if mankind is as advanced to have colonies in other planets they would have the devices and technology to autotranslate for people. We currently have apps for that. We feel that the need would be for diplomatic purposes and therefore translators with other degrees such as law would be essential. It is a thinker though.Collapse


 
Rayan Abdulrrhman
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advanced technologies May 3, 2018

I think at that point there would be a really advanced technologies doing the work in replacement of us, and apparently, If we gonna translate into their language or to ours we have to learn their language first, If this the case so our profession won't end, because at the very least we need to communicate with others aliens on the others planets surrounded us, or there will gonna be like two or three other languages on moon or Mars, supposedly the probabilites in which we will continue our jo... See more
I think at that point there would be a really advanced technologies doing the work in replacement of us, and apparently, If we gonna translate into their language or to ours we have to learn their language first, If this the case so our profession won't end, because at the very least we need to communicate with others aliens on the others planets surrounded us, or there will gonna be like two or three other languages on moon or Mars, supposedly the probabilites in which we will continue our job there are pretty high! If technologies never get involved on this!Collapse


 
Parrot
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But who needs aliens? May 4, 2018

Here on earth I have clients who write like Yoda.

 
Giuliana Buscaglione
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the cherry on the cake... May 4, 2018



Parrot wrote:

Here on earth I have clients who write like Yoda.


you made my day, dear.
So, we already need an extra professional category: text interpreters (or those, who bring back together signifier and signified) for the translators

Giuliana


 
Marlys Estrada
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Right away... May 5, 2018

I'm guessing matt Groening will need a few translator and interpreters to work at Luna Park

 
Sheila Wilson
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Is there a job posting on the site yet? May 8, 2018

If anyone finds a job posted on the site for translators/editors willing to relocate to either location, do please let me know. I'd be off like a shot .

But I think they'd be looking for my language teaching and editing skills rather than translation, because I'm sure they'll want just one common language there. Otherwise you'd immediately have the different factions creating their communities that kept secrets fro
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If anyone finds a job posted on the site for translators/editors willing to relocate to either location, do please let me know. I'd be off like a shot .

But I think they'd be looking for my language teaching and editing skills rather than translation, because I'm sure they'll want just one common language there. Otherwise you'd immediately have the different factions creating their communities that kept secrets from the others. They'll be human, after all .

I really think that language would be English, for all sorts of reasons: the number of current speakers, taking into account all the non-native speakers; the ease of "getting by" in the language; its current status in international and space affairs, etc. However, those chosen as the first colonists would be neither stupid nor old fogies incapable of learning anything new, so there would be nothing stopping speakers of any language going. Those en route to Mars would have plenty of time for immersion learning, after all. Of course, after a relatively short period, the language would adapt to suit the needs of the new environment. It's nothing new - just think of all the cultures that flooded into North America and the way they all learned to communicate in their own brand of English. The automotive industry is a good example, as there are vast differences in terminology between the British and American variants. Within a couple of generations, those of you poor souls left behind on Earth - all 10 billion or more of you if nothing stops the current growth pattern - would probably need a translator to communicate with us.
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