The English language includes grammatical and word constructions that, when translated, can result in cumbersome and time-consuming attempts to guess at and approximate the intended meaning. These standards contain some of the most common linguistic ambiguities that can cause problems for a global audience.

Writing for a global audience requires a clear, usable structure and wording. Ambiguities in grammar, punctuation, or terminology can cause misunderstandings and frustration. Translation of content into other languages requires that your text:

• Is easy to translate accurately.

• Is ready for machine translation, which cannot decipher intended meanings from ambiguous text.

• Is clear and easily understood by all readers, including those whose native language is not English.

• Uses terminology consistent with other Avaya documentation, online help, and content.