A Palindrom describes a word, which (mostly regardless of upper/lower case) read backwards (i.e. the last character first) has a meaning too, sometimes even the same.

Because of its effect in both directions, the palindrome can be interpreted as an abstract lyrical representation of symmetry. If the palindrome has a different meaning when spelled backwards, a special character, which is to be interpreted as a symmetrical point (point reflection), can be used to draw attention to this property when reading: madamimadam.madamimadam. Mirroring the text for indication is also possible.

How recitation can achieve similar emphasis by appropriate emphasis is open.

In general, palindromes cannot be translated.