Pronunciation: [ˌɪntəspˈiːt͡ʃ] (IPA) 
Interspeech is spelled with a clear "s" sound, not a "sh" sound as some might think. The IPA phonetic transcription for Interspeech is /ˈɪntərspiːtʃ/. The "t" sound after the "s" sound represents the end of the prefix "inter-," meaning "between or among." The second syllable, "-speech," is pronounced with a long "ee" sound and a hard "ch" sound at the end. So the correct spelling of this word is "Interspeech."
Interspeech is a term used to refer to a prominent international conference in the field of speech processing and technology. It is an acronym for "Interactive Speech Communication."
Interspeech is an annual conference organized by the International Speech Communication Association (ISCA) that brings together experts, researchers, scientists, and professionals from various disciplines related to speech communication. The conference serves as a platform for these diverse stakeholders to present, discuss, and exchange knowledge, research findings, innovations, and technological advancements in the field.
Participants at Interspeech explore a wide range of topics related to speech processing, including speech recognition, speech synthesis, speaker and language recognition, speech enhancement, spoken language understanding, dialogue systems, and many others. The conference also covers areas such as multilingual and cross-lingual speech processing, speech analysis and modeling, prosody and non-verbal communication, cognitive modeling of speech and language processing, and applications of speech technology in various domains.
Interspeech comprises keynote presentations, technical sessions, poster sessions, panel discussions, and demonstrations, allowing attendees to gain insights into cutting-edge research, methodologies, and applications. It fosters collaboration, networking, and the exchange of ideas among researchers and industry professionals. The conference proceedings and publications contribute to the collective knowledge and advancement of speech technology and its applications.
Overall, Interspeech plays a crucial role in promoting advancements and understanding in the field of speech communication by providing a platform for experts to share knowledge, collaborate, and showcase the latest developments and innovations.
The word "Interspeech" is a combination of two parts: "inter-" and "speech".
The prefix "inter-" comes from Latin and means "between" or "among". It is commonly used to indicate the idea of interaction, exchange, or relationship between two or more things or entities.
The word "speech" refers to the act of speaking or the ability to communicate by the spoken word. It comes from the Old English word "spǣc" which means "speech" or "discourse".
When combined, "Interspeech" denotes the concept of interaction, exchange, or communication through speech between individuals or entities. This term is often used in the field of linguistics and communication science to refer to conferences, events, or studies focused on speech, language, and related topics.
