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The dangers of bad automated translation

Translation error confuses Welsh cyclists. I’d be confused by a sign that said “bladder inflammation overturn” too.

Author mikalPosted on August 21, 2006April 9, 2018Categories LinkTags automated, error, translation, welsh

Australian’s say the darndest things

Andrew points out a couple of translation problems we had yesterday. I’m pretty sure the real estate salesman thought we said “Master bedroom is shit” instead of “Master bedroom ensuite” from the look he was giving me…

Author mikalPosted on November 21, 2005April 10, 2018Categories TravelTags australia, ensuite, translation, usa

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