Transcription

usgb/trænˈskrɪpʃn/
noun

The act or process of writing something that someone has said or recorded.

She was hired to do the transcription of the interview.
Visual representation of "transcription" - The act or process of writing something that someone has said or recorded.

Often appears as...

  • audio transcription
  • transcription service
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Accurate Representation

Transcription in writing should capture every word exactly as spoken, including umms and errs.

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The transcription of the speech was so precise, it even included the audience's reactions.
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Legal Relevance

Transcriptions are vital in legal contexts, like court trials, for creating official records.

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The court transcription became a key document in the lawsuit.
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Capturing Nuance

Verbal nuances, such as intonation and pause, may not be reflected in transcriptions.

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Her sarcastic tone was lost in the transcription of the conversation.
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