Meaning & Definition of word "Transcribe"

Transcribe

/trænsˈkraɪb/

1. To make a written copy of (something spoken or recorded).
- Example: She had to transcribe the entire lecture to prepare for the exam.
2. To convert a message from one form to another, especially from spoken language into written text.
- Example: He was asked to transcribe the audio interview for the research project.
3. To arrange (a piece of music) for a different instrument or voice.
- Example: The composer decided to transcribe his symphony for a smaller ensemble.
4. To copy (data, information, or written material) onto another medium.
- Example: The technician needed to transcribe the data from the old hard drive to the new one.

Late Middle English: from Latin 'transcribere', from 'trans-' meaning across, and 'scribere' meaning to write.

transcribe notes:

To take written records of spoken information during a lecture or meeting.

transcribe data:

To convert data from one format to another, often from oral or visual to written.

transcribe music:

To rearrange or rewrite music in a different format or for different instruments.

script:

A written text of a play, broadcast, or speech.

dictate:

To say or read aloud for another person to write down.

type:

To write using a keyboard.

record:

To set down in writing or some other permanent form for later reference.

Meaning: To jot down quickly.

Example Sentence: I just transcribed that speech in a hurry.

Meaning: To copy something word for word.

Example Sentence: I transcribed her words to make sure I quoted her exactly.