transcription (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /trænˈskrɪpʃən/

Definition

A written or printed version of spoken words, sounds, or music.

Examples

• The court reporter made a full transcription of the trial.

• She listened to the audio file and created a transcription for her research.

• The musician worked on a transcription of the jazz solo for piano.

How to Use transcription

make a transcription (collocation)

To create a written version of spoken words or sounds. — "It took her three hours to make a transcription of the lecture."

full transcription (collocation)

A complete written record of spoken words or sounds. — "The police obtained a full transcription of the suspect's confession."

audio transcription (collocation)

The process of converting audio recordings into written text. — "We need to hire someone for audio transcription services."

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