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The dreaded number 4 in China: a nightmare for business
If you thought 13 was the most hated number on the planet, you probably haven't tried doing business in China. There, the real villain of...
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Mar 102 min read


LexOrient at IMEX Madrid: Facilitating Export to China with a Secure and Attractive Brand Name
Internationalization is a fundamental step for business growth, and China represents one of the most attractive and competitive markets...
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Mar 63 min read


Sports Brand Translation in China: When Language Works Against You!
Part 3: Reebok - 锐步 (Ruìbù) Reebok had an extra challenge: its original name already came from an animal, the "rhebok", an agile and fast...
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Feb 262 min read


Sports Brand Translation in China: When Language Works Against You! (Part 2: Adidas)
Part 2: Adidas - 阿迪达斯 (Ādídásī) Nike’s eternal rival Adidas also needed a name worthy of its history. In China, it is known as 阿迪达斯...
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Feb 181 min read


Sports Brand Translation in China: When Language Works Against You! (Part 1: Nike)
If you thought translating your name on social media was complicated, imagine what happens when giants like Nike, Adidas and Reebok try...
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Feb 102 min read


Chinese Companies and Their Messages for the Year of the Snake
Explore how Chinese companies are using the Year of the Snake to innovate, adapt, and transform in 2025.
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Jan 292 min read


The Chinese Names of Foreign Car Brands: Ingenuity, Creativity, and a Few Laughs.
Talking about foreign cars in China is like opening a trunk full of linguistic surprises. While the brands we know and love (or desire)...
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Jan 203 min read


Design with Good Chi: The Art of Feng Shui in Chinese Logos and Websites
When you think of feng shui, you probably imagine a master with a white beard rearranging furniture and plants in a living room, ensuring...
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Jan 133 min read


A Western New Year in China: The Consumer Comedy
Ah, the Western New Year in China—that peculiar occasion where January 1st gets a modest nod amid preparations for the real deal: Lunar...
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Jan 23 min read


The Art of Christmas Shopping in China: When Lunar New Year Meets Santa Claus!
Ah, Christmas in China, that peculiar cultural fusion where Santa Claus meets Lunar New Year and ends up sharing a plate of jiaozi . In a...
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Dec 27, 20243 min read


Chinese Superstitions That Could Sabotage Your Brand Name (And How to Avoid Them)
Creating a brand name is complicated. Doing it for the Chinese market, where superstitions run deep, is like playing a video game on...
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Dec 17, 20243 min read


The Success of Estée Lauder’s Chinese Name: A Marketing Lesson with Style (and a Dash of Luck)
When it comes to international marketing, few aspects are as crucial as choosing a name that resonates with the local culture. Enter...
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Dec 12, 20242 min read


The Starbucks Case: The Importance of Trademark Registration in China
When Starbucks decided to enter the Chinese market in the late 90s, things weren't as simple as just serving coffee. The company faced a...
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Dec 2, 20242 min read


Business Rituals in China: A Cultural shock for Westerners
Did you know that negotiating with Chinese companies can be both an enriching experience and a cultural challenge for many Westerners?...
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Dec 2, 20242 min read


Why Should I Choose a Chinese Name for My Brand? Risks and Advantages
Entering the Chinese market is always attractive for internationally oriented companies. It offers access to a vast, dynamic market with...
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Dec 2, 20243 min read
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