What is Transcription and Why is it Important?

Transcription is the process of transferring text from one writing system to another. In the context of Ottoman and Turkish texts, this is usually used to transfer from the Arabic alphabet to the Latin alphabet. However, transcription is not just a transition between alphabets; it is also a critical process increasing the readability and comprehensibility of texts.

Transcription is of great importance for the understanding, preservation and dissemination of historical and cultural texts. In particular, it plays an important role in making texts written in a language that is no longer in daily use, such as Ottoman Turkish, comprehensible to readers.

Multi-lingual support

Ability to process both Ottoman and Turkish texts.

Versatile text processing

The ability to handle verse (poem, couplet, stanza) and prose texts separately.

How It Works?

The transcription tool follows these steps:

• The user enters the Ottoman or Turkish text and clicks on the “Translate Now” button.
• Our AI-powered system analyzes the text and applies the appropriate transcription rules.
• The results are shown on the screen. Users can make edits if necessary.
• For verse texts, transcription, literal translation and explanation are provided.

Special Functions for Texts in verse

For texts in verse, our tool offers the following special functions:

Transcription: Transferring the original text into the Latin alphabet.

Literal Translation: A word-for-word translation of the text.

Interpretation of the Meaning: Explanation of what the text means in modern Turkish.

These features make it an invaluable resource, especially for those who wish to understand and study ancient Turkish poetry.

Örnek Uygulamalar

Transcription and Translation of an Ottoman Couplet:

Original text: عاشق اولدم ينه بر نو جوانه كيم يانندن آقار آب حيوانه

Transkripsiyon: Âşık oldum yine bir nev-civâne Kim yanından akar âb-ı hayâta

Anlam: I fell in love with a young beauty again. It is as if the water of immortality flows past her.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long texts can it process? It can process texts up to 500 characters at a time in verse and up to 1000 characters at a time in prose.

What is the accuracy rate of the transcription process? We offer an accuracy rate of over 95% thanks to our artificial intelligence technology.

How are special characters and signs handled? Our tool recognizes and properly handles all special characters and signs used in Ottoman Turkish and Old Turkish.

This advanced transcription tool serves as an important bridge in bringing Ottoman Turkish and Old Turkish texts into the modern world. With its user-friendly interface and powerful features, it appeals to scholars and enthusiasts alike.