Well what do I start with. Perhaps with the statement that I became a translator quite unexpectedly for myself and those around me. And here’s how. I’ve always been fond of English but I never dreamt of becoming a translator.…
My first encounter with grammar was at the hands of Miss Mcleod at Pediston primary school in the Scottish Highlands, where I learned about nouns, verbs, adjectives and so on. I didn’t see much point in it then little knowing…
Learning how Konstantina found her way and niche in the translation profession, made me realise how different our stories are. Many moons ago, while still at school, I clearly recall doing some German translation homework, pouring over a dictionary, thinking…
Well, to reflect my story, the title should be reversed, really. But let me take you back to Poland, about 7 years ago. At that time I was just about to start my degree in Polish language and culture –…