transcribing (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /trænˈskraɪb/
Definition
Put spoken language, audio, or shorthand notes into written form.
Examples
The assistant had to transcribe the entire three-hour interview before the morning meeting.
Students were asked to transcribe the lecture recordings to help them study for the final exam.
Medical professionals often use specialized software to transcribe patient notes from voice dictation.
How to Use transcribing
- transcribe into (prepositional phrase)
- To convert information into a specific written format. — "Please transcribe these notes into a digital document."
- transcribe for (prepositional phrase)
- To arrange music for a specific instrument. — "She will transcribe the piece for a string quartet."
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