# Why Words Are Misrecognized

The most common causes of transcription errors and how to fix them.

## Common Causes

- **Background noise:** Fans, open windows, conversations nearby.
- **Speaking too fast:** The model needs brief pauses between words and sentences.
- **Unusual vocabulary:** Proper names, acronyms, product names, and technical terms.
- **Unclear pronunciation:** Swallowed consonants or heavily reduced vowels.
- **Poor microphone or positioning:** Too far away, wrong angle, or a noisy signal.

## Solutions at a Glance

Problem | Fix
--- | ---

Technical term misrecognized | Add a dictionary entry

Too many errors in long texts | Switch to the Precision model

Background noise | Quieter environment or noise-canceling headset

Names spelled incorrectly | Dictionary entry with correct spelling

## Using the Dictionary

The dictionary is the most direct fix for misrecognized terms. Add entries under **Settings → Dictionary** for domain-specific terms, proper names, and acronyms.

## Practical Checklist

1. Ensure a quiet environment.
2. Check microphone position (15–30 cm from mouth).
3. Speak more clearly — short pause after each sentence.
4. Add frequently misrecognized terms to the dictionary.
5. Switch to the Precision model for domain-specific content.

> **Tip:** If the same word keeps getting misrecognized, a dictionary entry is the fastest permanent fix — it usually takes less than 10 seconds.