Interpreters & Interrupters
Interpreters & Interrupters is the podcast for professional and student interpreters looking to refine their skills and stay inspired.
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Interpreters & Interrupters
RING OF FIRE 15 - Basic Terminology Interpreting Practice
Ring of Fire is a weekly terminology practice session for all levels of interpreters, students, new and seasoned, and can be used for all languages, including ASL.
In this Practice:
Medical Category
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography, also known as ERCP; Do not Resuscitate, also known as DNR; Vein Mapping; Vital Signs; Appendectomy; Deviated Septum; Discharge Paper; Implanted Loop Recorder; Persistent Cough; Difficulty Breathing; Shortness of Breath.
Legal Category
Tamper; Divert; State Trooper; Absconder; Magistrate; Relevant; Infraction; Presumption; Adjournment; Expungement; Bond Proceedings.
Idioms
Glaze over; A dime a dozen; Tongue in cheek; Breaking the ice; Bite the bullet; Get down to business; Get busy; Once in a blue moon; Hang in there; Beat around the bush; Leave you hanging; Came out of the blue; Came out of left field; Came out of nowhere; It's a hot mess.
