# Foreign Words: Picture Vocab — Picture word game for kids

> Visual vocabulary learning game with picture matching in seven languages. (iPhone/iPad app by Lismond Bernard.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/foreign-words-picture-vocab/id598715944 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lismond Bernard](https://appshunter.io/developer/916789901)
- Category: Education, Games, Family, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 133 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2013-03-02
- Data updated: 2026-08-09
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/foreign-words-picture-vocab/id598715944/reviews.md

## What is Foreign Words?

Give your child a head start in Spanish, French, and five more languages — with a picture-matching game they'll actually ask to play.

See the word, hear it spoken aloud, and tap the matching picture. No account, no ads, nothing to set up — just play and learn.

Key Features:

• 7 Languages — Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, and English
• 2,500+ Word-Picture Combinations — 360 unique images across animals, food, vehicles, numbers, and more
• NEW: Word Cousins — spot related words across languages and discover where words come from
• Native Script Support — Japanese (日本語) and Chinese (中文) characters alongside easy pronunciations
• Kid-Sized Sessions — 3 to 50 questions per game, perfect for car rides and quiet time
• Surprise Mode — switch languages every round for confident little polyglots
• Game Center — earn achievements as skills grow

Great for preschool and early-elementary language exposure, bilingual households, and homeschool vocabulary practice — or grown-ups brushing up before a trip.

Also available on Apple TV — a separate app for the big screen, with shared Game Center achievements so progress counts across both.

## Key features

- 7 Languages supported
- 2,500+ word-picture combinations
- Customizable session lengths
- Native script support
- Category-based learning
- Game Center leaderboards

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1000+ Clues | Free | one-time |
| Small Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/foreign-words-picture-vocab/id598715944/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Needs work

*2015-05-10*

I agree with Yyy.  It would be more fun and more educational if you could choose one or more languages, and if the right answer was given when you get it wrong.

### 5/5 — Great app I love it is great

*2015-04-12*

Thank you great app I like

### 3/5 — Has potential

*2013-04-18*

The pictures are clear. But you cannot choose only one or two languages to practice. Also, if you get an answer wrong, it does not tell you the right answer. It just goes on to the next word.

### 5/5 — Yeah

*2013-03-15*

Yeah tap tap

### 5/5 — Fun

*2013-03-09*

Fun

### 5/5 — Definitely a dollar store chicken.

*2013-03-08*

That is definitely a dollar store chicken.  I can see the reflection off the fine china.   Maybe I should buy the clues if this lady is taking pictures of dollar store chickens.

### 5/5 — Thats not a real chicken

*2013-03-08*

Your chicken looks like it was bought at the .99 store

### 4/5 — Limited but fun

*2013-03-07*

Like it, it pretty fun :)

### 5/5 — Jeffo

*2013-03-03*

Its simple.  I don't really know how much you can seriously learn.  But the buttons are big.  It is a quick easy to game.  And it kept my interest long enough to learn a few words.  I didn't delete it, figuring every once in a while I can play it to learn a couple words.  I question though how accurate the japanese kanji symbols are?  It appears some of them are wrong….. Or they are the less used ones.  Well anyway, its not going to teach you a language but you might be able to pick up a couple words.

## Frequently asked questions about Foreign Words

### What languages does Foreign Words Puzzle support?

Foreign Words Puzzle supports seven languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Chinese. It includes native script support for Japanese and Chinese characters.

### How many words and images are in Foreign Words Puzzle?

The game features over 2,500 word-picture combinations, utilizing 360 unique images across various categories. This extensive library helps users learn a wide range of vocabulary.

### Can I customize my learning sessions in Foreign Words Puzzle?

Yes, you can customize your learning sessions by setting the number of questions per game, ranging from 3 to 50. This allows you to tailor the experience to your available time and learning goals.

### Does Foreign Words Puzzle require an account to play?

No, Foreign Words Puzzle does not require an account to start learning. You can begin playing and learning vocabulary immediately upon opening the app.

### How does Foreign Words Puzzle track progress or compare scores?

Foreign Words Puzzle utilizes Game Center to allow you to compare your scores with friends on leaderboards. This feature adds a competitive element to your vocabulary learning journey.

### What is the learning methodology of Foreign Words Puzzle?

The app employs a visual learning methodology by matching images of everyday objects with their corresponding words in your chosen language. It also offers a 'Surprise Mode' to randomly switch languages.

### Is Foreign Words Puzzle suitable for children?

Yes, Foreign Words Puzzle has an age rating of 4+ and is designed to be engaging and fun for children. It can be used to supplement language classes or explore new vocabulary together.

### How often is Foreign Words Puzzle updated?

The latest version of Foreign Words Puzzle is 2.4.1, which was last updated on March 25, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5.0 — 2026-07-30

• NEW: Word Cousins — a game mode where kids spot related words across languages
• Word-origin notes — discover where words come from as you play
• Bug fixes and improvements

### 2.4.3 — 2026-05-11

Reliability improvements for the Tip Jar. Thanks for your support!

### 2.4.2 — 2026-05-06

Foreign Words now speaks your language all the way through. We've polished the Game Over and Category Selection screens so Spanish, French, German,
   Italian, Japanese, and Chinese players see translations from start to finish — no more surprise English at the end of a game.

### 2.4.1 — 2026-03-25

- New child-friendly content with age-appropriate images                           
  - Tip jar to support development                                                                                                     
  - Migrated to modern String Catalogs for improved localization                                                                       
  - Fixed answer colors not adapting properly in Dark Mode                                                                             
  - Fixed language names not displaying in the correct localization

### 2.4.0 — 2026-03-23

• 16 new vocabulary items including rainbow, kite, teddy bear, playground, and more                                                                
  • Tip jar added — support future development from Settings                                                                                         
  • Privacy policy now available in Settings                                                                                                         
  • Improved content for younger learners                                                                                                            
  • Bug fixes and translation improvements

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