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Sometimes, two people sound so similar that I can’t tell who’s speaking. Any tips on how to label them correctly?

Nov 10, 2025 - Posted by Amy in Transcription

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admin@tdb on 11-12-2025

Hey, that’s a pretty common situation! When two people sound very similar, it can be tricky to tell who’s speaking. The best way to handle it is to listen closely for small differences in how each person talks. One speaker might speak faster, pause more often, or use certain filler words like “you know” or “right.” You can also pay attention to their tone, pitch, or energy — one might sound more expressive or confident while the other is softer or slower. The context of the conversation can be a big clue too; think about who asked the last question or who’s likely responding. If you’re still not sure, replay short parts of the audio to pick up subtle cues, and it’s perfectly fine to label them temporarily as “Speaker 1” and “Speaker 2” until you can confirm who’s who later on.

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