Monthly Archives: September, 2021

International Translation Day

September 30th, 2021 Posted by Prisma 0 thoughts on “International Translation Day”

Did you know that:
The walkie-talkie in French is the other way around: talkie walkie.

To commute means in German to swing around: pendeln.

The Icelandic word for computer means prophetess of numbers: Tölva (tala= number; völva=prophetess).

If you want popcorn in Afrikaans, you ask for jumping corn: Springmielies.

International flags to celebrate International Translation day

Did you also know that Prisma translates millions of words every year?

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Cheers to 15 Years! Here are 15 facts about Prisma – Part 2

September 21st, 2021 Posted by Prisma 0 thoughts on “Cheers to 15 Years! Here are 15 facts about Prisma – Part 2”

Celebrate 15 years of Prisma Luxembourg S.A and get to know more about Prisma with part 2 of our 15 facts series.

Fact #8

If we would visit each client around the globe it would take us 36,956.57 km to do so. Our furthest client away is in Singapore (10,000km).

Fact 8: 36,956,57 km - 15 Facts about Prisma Luxembourg S.A.

Fact #9!

Starting in 2006 with our very first prospectus production, we have now produced more than 2,340 for many different clients. Our aim is to always deliver a top-quality service in a reasonable time.

Fact#10

Giving is not just about making a donation, but rather about making a difference. We’ve donated over 22,500 EUR and have worked closely with 17 different charities over the years. We support great causes and give back where and when we can.

Fact #11!

From all walks of life, from all the languages we speak, sometimes it’s hard to communicate. Prisma has translated over 7,800 documents to help you communicate better. Find out more today at www.prisma.lu or simply call us and talk to us about your needs.

Fact #12!

Our biggest report has over 1,000 pages (1,200 in the meantime…).

The Prisma project managers guide you through the projects, coordinate any required translations, keep track of deadlines and keep you updated at all times.

Do you have a large document that we could you help you with? Check out www.prisma.lu/our-services to see our full service overview.

Fact#13

In our office we speak on average an amazing 4.3 languages per person. How many languages do you speak?

Parla inglese? Oder deutsch? Lëtzebuergesch? Ou peut-être français? Nederlands? We’d love hearing from you.

Fact #14

For 7 years, we are labelled a SuperDrecksKëscht. At Prisma, we want to do our part in preserving the environment. We recycle, use fair trade products and green energy in the office. We reduce our waste to a minimum and only print on paper when it’s really needed. Every little step helps.

Are you still looking for a partner to implement new ESG and SFDR updates? Our team is only an email away.

Fact #15!

To end our 15 Facts about Prisma, we’ve decided on something that is important to us: our relationship with our clients.

Our very first client, over 15 years, is still our client today.

We are grateful for each one of our clients, who we all have a healthy business relationship, as well as a friendship with.

What a ride it has been! We are ready for the next 15 years with you. Thank you for your trust in us.

Find fact 1 to 7 in part 1!

Read-A-New-Book-Month

September 20th, 2021 Posted by Prisma 0 thoughts on “Read-A-New-Book-Month”

September is a “Read-A-New-Book-Month”!

To get started on your autumn reading list, check out these great fiction reads recommended by the Prisma Team:

  • Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami
  • Stoner by John Williams
  • The Winemaker by Noah Gordon
  • Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
  • Circe by Madeline Miller
  • The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab
  • Metro 2033 by Dmitri Alexejewitsch Gluchowski
  • The Accidental Further Adventures of the Hundred-Year-Old Man by Jonas Jonasson
  • Karlsson-on-the-Roof by Astrid Lindgren

Non-Fiction

With your non-fiction recommendations, you could learn how to build better habits, the secrets of body language or the importance of stories. Here are the Prisma Team non-fiction recommendations:

  • Atomic Habits by James Clear
  • The definitive book of body language by Barbara Pease and Allan Pease
  • The Do’s and Taboos of Body Language Around the World by Roger E. Axtell
  • Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know by Adam Grant
  • The High 5 Habit: Take Control of Your Life with One Simple Habit by Mel Robbins
  • Let Me Tell You a Story: Tales Along the Road to Happiness by Jorge Bucay
  • The subtle art of not giving a F*ck by Mark Manson
  • Everything is f*cked – A book about hope by Mark Manson

Enjoy Read-A-New-Book-Month!

Want to know more about the Prisma Team? Find out more in the About-us section.

Reading nook for your Read-A-New-Book-Month book list by Prisma S.A.

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