noun
Uncommon
transcription
tran-SKRIHP-shuhn
Transcription (noun) means the act of converting speech or recorded sound into written text. Example: “The transcription of the interview took several hours.”
noun
1
The act of converting speech or recorded sound into written text.
"The transcription of the interview took several hours."
"She works as a freelance medical transcription specialist."
2
(biology) The process by which a cell copies DNA into RNA.
"Transcription is the first step in making a protein from a gene."
How to use transcription
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWriting down speech or recordings as text, or (in biology) copying DNA into RNA.
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Etymology
From Middle French "transcription," ultimately from Latin "transcriptio."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “transcription” mean?
The word “transcription” means the act of converting speech or recorded sound into written text. In plain terms, writing down speech or recordings as text, or (in biology) copying DNA into RNA.
How do you pronounce “transcription”?
“Transcription” is pronounced tran-SKRIHP-shuhn (/tɹænˈskɹɪpʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “transcription” in a sentence?
Here is “transcription” used in a sentence: “The transcription of the interview took several hours.”
What part of speech is “transcription”?
“Transcription” is a noun.
Where does the word “transcription” come from?
The word “transcription” comes from Latin. From Middle French "transcription," ultimately from Latin "transcriptio.".
Is “transcription” a common word?
“Transcription” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “transcription” have?
“Transcription” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of converting speech or recorded sound into written text.
What is the difference between transcription and translation?
Transcription is the act of converting speech or recorded sound into written text in the same language, while translation converts text or speech from one language into another. In biology, transcription and translation are also distinct steps: transcription copies DNA into RNA, while translation converts that RNA into protein.
What does transcription mean in biology?
In biology, transcription is the process by which a cell copies its DNA into RNA, an early step in how genetic information is used to build proteins.
Who typically performs transcription of speech or audio?
Transcription of speech or recorded sound is typically performed by a person or software program that listens to audio and converts it into written text, such as in interviews, meetings, or medical dictation.
