Thread: What's the difference between "translation" and "localization"?

Originally Posted by bannyghosh

Localization is the process of adapting software (product, service…) for a specific region, sometimes abbreviated l10n.
Translation - This applies to fairly literal, "word for word."

Hi banny,
do you know where does the term "l10n" come from?

Thanks in advance!

Hi santiagop!

If you take a closer look at the word, you'll find it has ten letters between L and N, hence, L10N

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