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Vocabulary

Resolve rare words, place names, nautical terms, invented language, and anything else that should not be guessed during recording.

Request pronunciation research

  1. 1Select a word or phrase in the text and click 'Discover pronunciation'
  2. 2In a few seconds you will get the word definition, transcription, phonetic respelling, and pronunciation audio
  3. 3You can review the results in the 'Vocabulary' panel or tab.
Vocabulary details panel for a Treasure Island term with definition, transcription, custom note, context, and audio controls

Choose transcription and audio sources

PrepBoss provides multiple options for the same word. Choose the source that fits the manuscript context instead of treating the first option as automatically final.

  1. 1Sources used: Merriam-Webster, Forvo, Wiktionary/Wikimedia
  2. 2The app will choose the best option based on context and the source (e.g. Merriam-Webster will usually be preferred over Wikimedia)
  3. 3If the word wasn't found anywhere, the app will auto-generate transcription and audio for you
  4. 4Choose the option you find best via 'info' icon
  5. 5If none of the options fit the context, you can record and upload your own pronunciation
  6. 6Add custom notes if needed.
Wiktionary transcription options with selectable radio buttons for the requested Treasure Island vocabulary term
Transcription options can include multiple Wiktionary readings. Select the option that matches the word in context.
Forvo and Wikimedia Commons audio options with selectable radio buttons and preview buttons
Audio options can include several Forvo speakers and Wikimedia Commons samples. Preview the recordings before choosing one.

Review the researched words

The Vocabulary tab is great for reviewing all the researched words.

  1. 1Open the Vocabulary tab.
  2. 2Scan Phrase, Definition, Transcription, Respelling, Transcription source, and Audio source.
  3. 3Search and filter words
  4. 4Use 'Columns' menu to reduce the table to the fields needed for the current pass.
Vocabulary table for the requested Treasure Island book with Wiktionary and Forvo source badges
This view hides definition, translation, and context columns so transcription source, audio source, and audio preview controls stay visible.