Language is not just a tool, but a reflection of its surrounding culture, people, media and socio-politics. Therefore, the true essence of a language can never truly be translated into another. Untranslate is an application that teaches the nuances of a language through context-based learning. Deviating from the traditional academic sources, it introduces the specific cultural references and content that can only be learnt by living in the corresponding place or through conversations with native speakers.

Arani Halder is a visual designer and illustrator based in New York City. She explores the connections between language, culture and pluralism with her work. Her practice aims to open windows into the lives of different people and the broader social movements that help shape them. She is currently a Designer at Penske Media Corporation, working on brands like WWD, Beauty Inc., Footwear News and Sourcing Journal. She has also created lasting work with brands such as United Nations, Whitney Museum of Art and Publicis Groupe.