In our reborn doll business, we sell many dolls all over the world. I have found that translating into different languages can be fraught with peril.
For example, eye colors. There are many different shades of blue. Cornflower, water sapphire, newborn deep blue sky to name a few.
These often don't translate well.
The one thing I have not been able to figure out is bangs. Bangs. Translate this word into other languages and it comes up with explosions or loud noises. We try to use pictures whenever possible, but it can be tricky.
No wonder international diplomacy can be so tricky. I hope God watches over those translators for the diplomats and international leaders. Scary how international relations can rest upon something so very risky.
David
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