arrow_back
Back to Articles
Word Timings and Multi-language Detection for Twilio Real-Time Transcriptions now Generally Available
Twilio
January 28, 2026
medium impact
Twilio Enhances Real-Time Transcriptions with Word Timings and Multi-Language Support Twilio has expanded its Real-Time Transcriptions capabilities by introducing two significant features: individual word timings and multi-language detection powered by Deepgram's Nova-3 speech model. This update provides more granular and flexible transcription options for developers and businesses using Twilio's communication platforms. The new capabilities can be utilized with webhook-delivered speech results or integrated with Twilio's Persisted Transcript Resources and Conversational Intelligence tools, offering enhanced accuracy and detailed linguistic insights for various communication use cases.
Key Takeaways
- arrow_right_alt Word-level timing information is now available for more precise transcription tracking
- arrow_right_alt Deepgram's Nova-3 model enables multi-language speech detection in real-time transcriptions
- arrow_right_alt The feature supports both webhook delivery and Twilio's Persisted Transcript Resources