Transcribed: meaning, definitions and examples
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transcribed
[ trænˈskaɪbd ]
past tense
Transcribed refers to the act of converting speech, music, or other sounds into written text. This process is commonly used in various fields such as music, where notes are represented in a written format, or in legal contexts where recorded speech is turned into text for documentation. Transcription can be done manually by a person or automatically using software. It is essential for creating accurate records and ensuring that information is preserved in a readable form.
Synonyms
document, note, record, write down
Examples of usage
- She transcribed the lecture for her classmates.
- The musician transcribed the song for the piano.
- He transcribed the interview for the research project.
Translations
Translations of the word "transcribed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 transcrito
🇮🇳 प्रतिलिपि (Pratilipi)
🇩🇪 transkribiert
🇮🇩 ditranskripsikan
🇺🇦 транскрибований
🇵🇱 transkrybowany
🇯🇵 転写された (Tensha sareta)
🇫🇷 transcrit
🇪🇸 transcrito
🇹🇷 transkribe edilmiş
🇰🇷 전사된 (jeonsadeun)
🇸🇦 منسوخ (Mansukh)
🇨🇿 transkribovaný
🇸🇰 transkribovaný
🇨🇳 转录的 (Zhuǎnlù de)
🇸🇮 transkribiran
🇮🇸 yfirfært
🇰🇿 транскрипцияланған (transkriptsiyalangan)
🇬🇪 ტრანსკრიბირებული (transkribirebuli)
🇦🇿 transkrib olunmuş
🇲🇽 transcrito
Etymology
The word 'transcribe' has its origins in the Latin word 'transcribere', which is composed of 'trans-' meaning 'across' and 'scribere' meaning 'to write'. This etymological background indicates the action of writing across or copying text from one source to another. The term was introduced into English in the late 14th century, initially used in legal contexts. Over time, its usage expanded to include musical notation and speech transcription, reflecting the evolving nature of communication. As technology advanced, especially with the advent of audio recording, the practice of transcription became essential in various sectors, such as journalism, academia, and music, leading to its common use today.