Help translators keep Tendoo’s voice, meaning, and usability consistent across all languages and regions.

Translation Guide

This guide helps translators create accurate, consistent, and culturally appropriate versions of Tendoo’s content — without losing clarity, intent, or brand personality.

Good translation is more than converting words — it’s about delivering the same experience in every language.

✅ Understand the Context

Before translating, understand:

Who the audience is (e.g. general users vs. developers)
Where the text appears (UI, onboarding, documentation, etc.)
What action the user is expected to take

Knowing the context avoids mistakes in tone, formality, or meaning.

🧠 Keep the Original Meaning

Don’t translate word for word — translate the intent
Match the tone: Is it friendly, helpful, urgent, or neutral?
Use natural phrasing in the target language

✅ Good: Translated tone matches original
🚫 Bad: Literal translation that feels robotic or confusing

🗣️ Respect Tendoo’s Voice

Follow the Voice & Tone guidelines
Use contractions if appropriate in the target language
Avoid overly formal or cold phrasing

Tendoo should sound human and consistent — no matter the language.

🧩 Keep Placeholders & Variables

Leave variables like {name} or {count} unchanged
Don’t translate them or add extra spacing

✅ "Welcome, {name}!"
🚫 "Bienvenido, { nombre }!"

Also watch for plural rules in your language:

English: {count} file / {count} files
Other languages may have 3+ plural forms

🛠️ Follow Formatting Rules

Don’t remove punctuation unless it’s unnatural in the target language
Follow grammar and mechanic rules from Mechanic
Make sure translations work within layout constraints

Tip: Translated text can grow by 30–40% — keep it concise when possible.

💬 Common Terms

English	Description	Tip for Translators
Sign in / Log in	Entering an account	Use consistently across product
Save	Confirm or keep changes	Avoid synonyms unless needed
Continue	Move to next step	Match action tone
Settings	Configuration or preferences	Use localized tech terms

🧪 Test Your Translations

Read it out loud — does it feel natural?
Check how it appears in real UI context
Collaborate with local users if possible

Thoughtful translation brings Tendoo to life across cultures. Aim for clarity, consistency, and empathy — and always keep the user experience at the heart of your work.

Translation guide