trascrizione
/tras.kritˈt͡sjo.ne/
The English word 'transcript' is translated into Italian as trascrizione.
trascrizione is the most straightforward translation for a transcript, often referring to the literal transcription of documents. However, when a student wants to refer to their official university record of grades and courses, they commonly use the term libretto universitario.
Meaning: inventory of courses and grades (noun)
Which one should you use?
trascrizione is used for the literal transcription of documents, whereas verbale is a formal term used in specific contexts to refer to transcripts such as official reports or the minutes of meetings.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of trascrizione is trascrizioni.
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /tras.kritˈtsjo.ne/. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the 3rd syllable.
Did you know?
- In Italian law, a trascrizione is not just a copy but a formal act of recording a deed in a public registry to make it legally binding for third parties.
- Historically, the libretto universitario was an actual physical booklet that students carried to record their academic progress and exam marks.
- In music, trascrizione refers to the act of rewriting a piece for a different instrument, which is a distinct artistic process from simple copying.
Examples in context
- Il verbale dell'assemblea è stato consegnato all'ufficio legale.The meeting transcript has been delivered to the legal department.
- Mi piacerebbe vedere la tua scheda dei voti.I would like to see your transcript of grades.
- Il mio diploma e la trascrizione dei voti sono nel mio archivio personale.My diploma and transcript of grades are in my personal archives.
- Vorrei fare una copia del verbale della riunione di ieri.I would like to make a copy of yesterday's meeting transcript.
- Hai già ricevuto la trascrizione ufficiale?Have you already received the official transcript?
Example conversation
Francesco and Giulia are discussing university applications.
- FrancescoGiulia, hai preparato la tua trascrizione?Giulia, have you prepared your transcript?
- GiuliaSì, l'ho scaricata dal sito ieri.Yes, I downloaded it from the site yesterday.
- FrancescoOttimo, serve anche per la borsa di studio.Great, it is also needed for the scholarship.
- GiuliaHai ragione, la allego subito alla domanda.You are right, I will attach it to the application immediately.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry trascrizione, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
