: Subtitles help English speakers distinguish between linguistic variations, such as the differences between Peninsular Spanish and Mexican Spanish greetings and nouns.
: Research suggests that when subtitles are well-executed, they create an "invisible" experience where the viewer feels they are understanding the character's voice directly rather than reading a translation. Global Accessibility and Platform Reach Velvet (2013) subtitles
The role of subtitles was particularly critical in the show's distribution: VELVET Spanish Show Discussion - Facebook Velvet (2013) subtitles