Develop Your Transcription Skills: Spotting Misheard Words
By Patrick Gubbins
As professional transcriptionists, we know that even the smallest misheard word can alter the entire meaning of a sentence. Our latest video is designed to put your skills to the test! In this engaging exercise, you’ll encounter sentences where a transcriber has slightly misheard or mistyped a word or phrase. Your challenge? Identify the error and provide the correct phrase. This is an excellent way to refine your accuracy and train your ear for those subtle differences in pronunciation and meaning.
Participate in today’s transcription practice here: YouTube
One of the key features of this video is that you’ll be working with two British accents—mine and that of Meghan, a 40-year-old interior designer from London. This added layer of complexity makes the exercise even more valuable for transcriptionists who frequently work with diverse speakers. Throughout the video, we’ll guide you step by step, providing context, audio cues, and explanations to help you understand why the correct words or phrases make sense in each scenario.
Mistakes in transcription don’t always stem from a lack of attention—they often arise due to words that sound alike but have entirely different meanings. By engaging with this exercise, you’ll develop a keener sense for these tricky words, reducing errors and improving the quality of your transcriptions.
Whether you’re a seasoned transcriptionist or just starting out, this exercise will enhance your listening precision and word recognition skills. Click below to watch the video, test yourself, and gain insights that will make you an even sharper transcriptionist. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and ring the bell for more transcription challenges and pro tips.