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Access a searchable digital version of a classic Urdu, Hindi, and English dictionary. Search by headword or full text, with options for online and offline use. Supports multiple character sets for headword entry.
✓Searchable Urdu, Hindi, English dictionary
✓Online and offline modes
✓Headword and full-text search
✓Supports multiple character sets (Perso-Arabic, Devanagari, Latin)
✓Search suggestions
✓Boolean operators for full-text search
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What's New in DDSA Platts Dictionary
4.0
August 13, 2024
This version of the DDSA Platts Dictionary can now be used in landscape mode on iPads.
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What is DDSA Platts Dictionary?
DDSA Platts Dictionary is a mobile application that provides a searchable digital version of John T. Platts's "A dictionary of Urdu, classical Hindi, and English." It allows users to look up words and definitions from this historical lexicon.
Can I use DDSA Platts Dictionary offline?
Yes, DDSA Platts Dictionary offers both online and offline modes. The offline version downloads a database to your device upon first use, allowing access without an internet connection.
What types of searches does DDSA Platts Dictionary support?
DDSA Platts Dictionary supports both headword searches and full-text searches. Headword searches can be performed using Perso-Arabic, Devanagari, or Latin characters, while full-text searches allow for multi-word queries with boolean operators like 'NOT' and 'OR'.
How does DDSA Platts Dictionary handle search terms?
For headword searches, the app defaults to expanding off the end of the search term (e.g., 'ram' finds 'rāma'). You can also use a '%' at the beginning of a term to expand the front of the query (e.g., '%ram' finds 'abhirām').
What information is shown in search results?
Search results are presented as a numbered list showing the Urdu headword, its accented Latin transliteration, and a snippet of the definition. Tapping the headword reveals the full definition.
Is DDSA Platts Dictionary free to use?
Yes, DDSA Platts Dictionary is completely free to download and use. It does not require any in-app purchases or subscriptions.
On which devices can I use DDSA Platts Dictionary?
DDSA Platts Dictionary is available for iOS devices, including iPhones and iPads. It is designed to run on these platforms.
How often is DDSA Platts Dictionary updated?
The app was last updated on August 13, 2024, with version 4.0. This indicates active development and maintenance by the developer.
