Transcriptor

Transcriptor

Helps to transcribe English words by double-clicking on the word while holding Alt + Ctrl (or Alt + Cmd key on Mac).

What is Transcriptor?
'Transcriptor' is a user-friendly Google Chrome extension designed for students and learners of English language. This tool enables users to get immediate phonetic transcription of unfamiliar words according to the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), enhancing the reading experience on web pages. Transcriptor also has the ability to play the pronunciation of the word if an audio file is available. However, it should be noted that Transcriptor does not offer translation or usage examples.
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Stats
Users: 4,000+
Rating: 3.84 (58)
Version: 1.5.0 (Last updated: 2018-01-15)
Creation date: 2018-01-15
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 305.15K
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Summary
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Often in the study of the English language is required instantly know transcription unfamiliar word, for example, while reading text on a web page.

This application for Google Chrome helps to get (phonetic) transcription according to the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and listen to the sound of the word (if the audio file was found).

Please note that this application does not provide translation and usage examples.

User reviews
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Pros
  • Handy
  • Helps improving English skills
  • Supports Google docs
Cons
  • Stopped working for some users
  • Doesn't work on specific platforms such as Chromebook, Windows 10, M1 Mac
  • Lack of customizable settings
Most mentioned
  • Not working
  • Useful for English skills
  • Works well after restarting Chrome
Recent reviews
very bad
by Huy Pham Huy Pham, 2023-12-13

Ni siquiera funciona es una trampa para hacernos perder tiempo de vida y obligarnos a sufrir involuntariamente para degenerar la raza y dañarla.

Why is it not working in my chrome (M1 Mac Native browser)? I used the Option+Command Key but still not working
by Vedanta Mohapatra Vedanta Mohapatra, 2021-03-07
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Safety
Risk impact

Transcriptor may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.

Risk likelihood

Transcriptor has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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