Overview
ICU (International Components for Unicode) syntax is a reliable system designed to support internationalization (i18n) and localization (l10n) by enabling dynamic text formatting in software. It provides essential features like pluralization, gender-specific text variations, and context-sensitive messaging, helping developers handle the challenges of different languages and cultures. ICU syntax also ensures consistent formatting of numbers, dates, and currencies across various locales. By embedding rules directly in text templates, it simplifies the creation of multilingual applications and ensures clear and accurate communication. This makes ICU syntax a key tool for delivering tailored and precise content in globally used software.
Purpose
The purpose of this feature is to assist linguists in adapting and completing ICU syntax to align with the target language in the Lingotek workbench. When a source segment includes valid ICU syntax elements, these are converted into the corresponding target-language syntax, enabling linguists to translate effectively. To make the process easier, a preview feature is included to show how the source and target ICU syntaxes work after conversion.
Features
This feature supports various types of ICU syntax, including plural, select, selectordinal, function-based syntax (for dates, times, and numbers), and argument-based syntax. It also works with nested and linear ICU syntaxes, provided they follow a valid ICU format. This ensures flexibility and precision, making it easier to manage complex linguistic and formatting tasks.
ICU Syntax Types
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