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Cute cartoon globe holding two signs, one with “Hviderusland” crossed out and one with “Belarus,” symbolizing country name changes in translation.

When Countries Change Their Names: A Translator's Guide to National Identity

his blog explores the impact of country name changes in translation, from Belarus and Türkiye to Czechia, Eswatini, and North Macedonia. It examines how political decisions, cultural identity, and linguistic authority shape the names we use, and what these shifts mean for translators, localization specialists, and businesses. With a Danish perspective, it highlights the challenges of consistency, sensitivity, and communication across global markets.

Jonathan Bentsen

7 min read

GPT‑5 Danish translation: ChatGPT 5 Is Out and Transforming Translation Capabilities

ChatGPT-5 marks a leap in Danish translation, offering smoother, more precise, and culturally aligned results. Unlike rigid, literal renderings, it adapts tone and style while handling idioms and regional expressions with nuance. Its expanded context window enables consistent long-form translations and helps avoid common pitfalls like “Danglish.” Ideal for scaling content such as product descriptions and blogs, GPT-5 boosts efficiency, but human review remains essential for b

Jonathan Bentsen

6 min read

Split-screen image contrasting human and AI translation. showing Split-screen image contrasting human and AI translation: On the left, a stylized digital interface shows an incorrect Danish AI translation of the English idiom “She spilled the beans” as “Hun spildte bønnerne,” marked with a red X. A corrected human translation, “Hun afslørede det hele,” appears below with a green check. On the right, a translator sits at a desk, working thoughtfully in a warm, book-filled room, emphasizing the human touch in accurate language localization.: On the left, a stylized digital interface shows an incorrect Danish AI translation of the English idiom “She spilled the beans” as “Hun spildte bønnerne,” marked with a red X. A corrected human translation, “Hun afslørede det hele,” appears below with a green check. On the right, a translator sits at a desk, working thoughtfully in a warm, book-filled room, emphasizing the human touch in accurate language localization.

Danish AI translation limitations: Why We Still Need Human Expertise

AI translation tools are fast – but when it comes to Danish, speed comes at a cost. This post explores key Danish AI translation limitations, from incorrect word order to broken idioms and cultural misunderstandings. See real examples of where tools like Google Translate fall short – and why human translators remain essential for fluent, accurate, and brand-safe Danish content.

Jonathan Bentsen

7 min read

Cartoon illustration of a confused man looking at a red Swiss Army knife labeled “MISS,” with its blades showing Danish translations like “savne,” “gå glip af,” “ikke forstå,” and “miste,” while he thinks “Hvordan bruger man det?” in a speech bubble, highlighting the complexity of translating “miss” into Danish.

How to Translate "To Miss" into Danish: Pitfalls and False Friends

Translating “miss” into Danish can be surprisingly tricky! While English uses “miss” for everything from longing for a loved one to missing the bus, Danish splits these meanings into different words. In this post, discover how to navigate expressions like “savne,” “miste,” and “gå glip af” so your Danish sounds natural and authentic.

Jonathan Bentsen

6 min read