Definition

A person or device that writes down or converts spoken words into written text.

Example

The transcriber carefully typed out the interview for the report.

Conversation

I just got a new job as a transcriber for a podcast.

That sounds interesting! What does a transcriber do exactly?

I listen to recordings and write down everything that's said.

Cool! It must be a great way to improve your listening skills.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Transcriber → It is formed from "trans-" (meaning across) and "scribere" (meaning to write). The word "transcriber" refers to someone who writes or copies information across from one form to another.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'writes' ('scribere') something 'across' ('trans-') from one source to another — that's what a transcriber does.

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