text-to-speech

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Text-to-speech', often shortened to 'TTS', is a type of software that transforms written text into spoken words. It is like having a robot as a reading assistant!

Examples in Different Contexts

In mobile app development, 'text-to-speech' (TTS) technology allows apps to read text aloud. A mobile developer might mention, 'Our latest app feature includes text-to-speech functionality to help visually impaired users.'

Practice Scenarios

Business

Scenario:

Our smart mirror has useful features, but integrating something like live news updates could take it to the next level for busy professionals.

Response:

I agree, adding a text-to-speech feature for live news updates makes the product more appealing to busy professionals.

Creative

Scenario:

The documentary script is taking shape, but we still need to experiment with different narration styles and methodologies before filming.

Response:

What if we use a text-to-speech engine to prototype different narration styles? It could provide a clearer sense of how the final product might sound.