What are Audio Translations?

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Currently, you can only translate text into english using audio transcriptions.

Audio Translations is a feature that allows you to convert spoken language in different languages into written text in one specific language.

It's useful for:

Transcribing many user-uploaded audio in diverse languages to one text file in one language
Transcribing audio files for journalists, students, researchers, and professionals who need to convert interviews, lectures, or meetings in different languages into written format.
Voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant. They can use audio translations to understand and respond to user commands in different languages.
Language learning apps, making them able to use audio translations to provide learners with instant translations of their spoken language exercises.
Automatically generating subtitles for movies, TV shows, and online videos in different languages.

And much more!

Transcriptions vs Translations

Aspect	Audio Transcriptions	Translations
Definition	Conversion of spoken language from audio to text.	Conversion of written text from one language to another while maintaining its meaning.
Purpose	Provides a written record of spoken content.	Enables understanding of content across different languages and cultures.
Output Format	Textual representation of spoken words.	Textual representation of content in another language.
Accessibility	Enhances access for people with hearing impairments.	Bridges communication gaps for non-native speakers.
Indexing	Improves search engine visibility through text.	Expands content's reach to global audiences.
Use Cases	Podcasts, interviews, meetings, content repurposing.	Localization, global communication, reaching diverse audiences.
Process	Typing out spoken words heard in an audio recording.	Converting written content from one language to another, considering cultural nuances.
Skill Required	Accurate listening and transcription abilities.	Bilingual proficiency, cultural understanding, and language skills.
Tools	Manual transcription or automated speech recognition software.	Human translators or machine translation tools.
Output Utility	Provides a readable version of audio content.	Enables comprehension and engagement with content regardless of language barriers.