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One of the best ways to enrich your traveling experiences while doing business abroad is to learn the local languages of the countries you visit. Unfortunately, most people don't have time to put in the years of study this feat requires before their next business trip.

In this case, it's still nice to be able to ask where the bathroom is, read a menu, and decode street signs with enough proficiency to not get lost. Furthermore, locals will probably admire your will to try, which can definitely be at least a small business advantage.

Here are 15 apps for iPhone, BlackBerry and Android that will help you navigate another language even if you don't have time to learn it.