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Marketing Mistranslations That Buggered Brands

Posted by Ivan Vandermerwe on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 Under: Japanese Translation Services

Ever wonder if that story about Pepsi's slogan translating to “bring your ancestors back from the dead” is true?

In this episode, we dive into famous translation fails in marketing—separating myth from reality. While some Coca-Cola and Pepsi tales are more fiction than fact, we uncover real translation fails from brands like Mitsubishi and KFC that cost big money and reputational damage. Tune in to find out how language can make—or break—a brand.

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