Question

the root scrib means write or draw. what does the word transcribe mean?

to fix what is broken

to write down what is said

to understand what is explained

Explanation:

The root "scrib" means write or draw. The prefix "trans - " means across. So "transcribe" means to write across, which in common usage means to write down what is said (as in taking dictation or writing down spoken words).

Answer:

to write down what is said