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Very unintelligent functions for an app of this expense
I purchased this app because an article I read says that it can be used for offline translation. Well it is "offline" in the sense of a traditional paper dictionary, but has no translation function i.e., you can't type in what you want to say and have any offline support.
As far as a dictionary the entries are not very well documented (say to explain nuances of usage, for example with pronoun particles), the conversational phrase shallow in volume, the app features remarkably underdeveloped, and the quiz is extremely unintelligent compared to apps that actually help expose you to contextually useful vocabulary, quizzed and re-quizzed on a rate so that you can better remember. What a waste of $10!Show lessQuixotequest
Great dictionary with verb conjugations
This has been a great app as I'm learning Spanish. Ability to see verb conjugations from within the definition page is fantastic; ability to click on translation words to go to that definition; ability to add notes to words; ability to search for any conjugated form of a verb (i.e. you don't have to know the root to look up a verb-- searching for "voy" will take you to the root "ir"). That last part needs a little troubleshooting because not all conjugated forms are currently searchable. Once that is fixed it will replace both the dictionary and verb conjugation app I had been using--well worth the money to have it all in one app and not have to switch back and forth. Fast responses to inquiries/suggestions also.Show lessmarckohli
Nicely linked
This app is well designed...took me a few weeks to realize! You look up Spanish or English words on the same screen (quicker than apps that have separate screens for Spanish-English vs. English-Spanish). Once you look up a word...numerous choices can be clicked for a deeper view. If a verb, it links to the conjugation section. And all pages link back too.
A great app at a great price!
We used it in Spain, and now almost every day.Show lessBarry-Petaluma
Saved My Life in Spain!
This easy-to-use app allows easy translation between English and Spanish. It does not require an active Internet connection to use. While in Spain, I broke my ankle on a Geology hiking trip. This app was the only one (out of four that I had downloaded) that would work without an active Internet connection. Using this app, I was able to learn enough basic Spanish to communicate effectively with my surgical team. I was able to use this app for five days, while in the Spanish hospital. You can read more of my story at Ascendo's website. I highly recommend this app over the competition.Show lessVogey04
Complete, Quick, Phrases Too
I visit clients in central America on a regular basis but my Spanish could be better. This dictionary has helped me improve a lot faster. For one thing, I used to forget my paper dictionary but I never go anywhere without my iPhone. It's a lot faster to look up words by tapping a few letters than searching through a paper dictionary so I'm more apt to do it.
The database is comprehensive and the definitions are very complete. There is a button to add comments to definitions. I wasn't sure how to use this but now I jot down things that help me retain words that are difficult to remember.
The travel phrases have been improved in this update and you can add your own now. That's a real nice addition because no phrase book can have everything and it's nice to add phrases you learned on the road.
All in all this is a useful application and I am very satisfied.Show lessGoBostonSox
Great Spanish Dictionary, even better
This update improves the layout of dictionary, placing noun genders at top of Spanish > English lookup instead of just in English > Spanish translations. Phrases are ten times better and you can search them by keyword.
Got my iPad last week and started looking for apps to study Spanish. Getting a dictionary was first on my list. I choose Ascendo because it has lots of features and takes good advantage of the iPad screen. I like the split screen so you can lookup words one side and see the definitions on the other side. The dictionary and phrase book are extensive. Same goes for phrases feature. Quiz is good for improving word knowledge.Show lessRadcliffs R us
Very useful and very reliable app!
I have tried many similar apps before, and I must say that this one impresses! Easy to use, and reasonably-priced compared to similar "stand-alone" translators (those that require no connection to the internet to operate). The translations and verb conjugations are spot on and there is an impressive vocabulary included as part of the full app.
I'm equally impressed with the timeliness of updates as well- I've found in the past that competing apps take too long between updates which can lead to runtime bugs.
I have been searching for a similar app for over a year, specifically the need for correct translation, as well as access to the vocabulary in areas where I'm unable to connect to the internet. Overall I am extremely pleased with this product and would recommend it wholeheartedly.Show lessmarcusjustinius
Spanish English Dictionary, muy bien!
My husband and I spend most winters in Costa Rica. This Spanish English dictionary has proven very useful.
The dictionary has helped us communicate better with the locals so it’s been well worth it.
It’s easy and quick to look up words and we have our iPhone where ever we go so we never forget to bring our dictionary like we used to.
It doesn’t require an internet connection so we don’t ring up expensive roaming charges.Show lessphelpsYgo
Needs a bit more
I like this and have recently used it on a long trip to South America. I especially like that it can be used without an Internet connection. However, there are 3 things that I really wished for but didn't find in the current version:
1) Easy cross referencing between the lookup dictionary and verb conjugations. Both features are nice, but they don't communicate. If I look up the meaning of a verb, I need to look it up another time in the verb section to learn conjugations. Why not have a quick link? Same problem the other direction: if you look up conjugations, it is difficult to get to definition.
2) Search function in verb conjugations. As it stands, it is tough to find irregular verbs if you don't already know the infinitive. If we could search for any conjugation, it would be much more useful.
3) The phrase sections were nice but way too limited. Please keep adding new ones regularly!Show lessLeathernmr
Nice program
This is more than just a dictionary. It has a quiz feature where you can match words and full conjugation of some of the most difficult verbs. Switching from English to Spanish and back again is as easy as tapping the icon on the screen. The phrase feature is helpful - I found the "Flirting" section to be kind of humorous! I wish the notepad could link to the phrase section itself to save and add more phrases. Maybe in a future upgrade. Or maybe its there but I can't find it -Show lessAlphakat21
