Under Section 508, captions must provide equivalent access to spoken dialogue, including when multiple languages are used.

: If a foreign language is not translated for the general audience:

While Section 508 is a legal requirement for federal agencies and contractors, subtitles are widely used to improve the viewing experience for all:

If a transcription isn't available, describe the tone or nature of the speech (e.g., [arguing in Korean] ). Key Benefits of Subtitles