# French Etymology and Origins — etymological dictionary

> Comprehensive French etymological dictionary with over 34,300 entries. (iPhone/iPad app by Ngoc Anh.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/french-etymology-and-origins/id1441546714 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ngoc Anh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435062709)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: $2.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 191 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-11-08
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/french-etymology-and-origins/id1441546714/reviews.md

## What is French Etymology and Origins?

This app provides a dictionary of French etymology

With more than 34300 entries this is the most authoritative and comprehensive dictionary of French etymology.

It is an important etymological resource for linguistic experts, it is also a useful reference for anyone who is interested in French language

■ Etymology
- Over 34300 entries including words, names, prefixes, suffixes, roots.
- Entries are divided into categories

■ Entry
- Detailed etymology and origin
- Pronunciation
- Detailed meaning
- Alternative forms
- Derived terms
- Related terms
- Descendants
- Conjugation
- etc

■ Categories
- Entries are divided into categories
- Terms derived from Ancient Greek
- Terms derived from Germanic languages
- Terms derived from Latin
- Terms derived from Old French
- Terms derived from Old English
- Terms derived from Proto-Indo-European
- Terms derived from Hebrew
- etc

■ Parts of Speech
- Entries are divided into parts of speech
- French adjectives, French adverbs, French nouns, French verbs, French pronouns etc.

■ French prefixes and suffixes
- French prefixes and derived terms
- French suffixes and derived terms

■ French names
- etymology and origins of French given names and surnames


■ other features:
- search feature
- translation
- pronunciation
- bookmark feature
- built-in dictionary
- cross reference

## Key features

- Over 34,300 etymological entries
- Detailed origin and meaning
- Pronunciation guide
- Categorized entries (Greek, Latin, etc.)
- Parts of speech breakdown
- Prefixes, suffixes, and names
- Search and bookmark functionality

## Chart rankings

- #187 in Top Paid · Reference (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/french-etymology-and-origins/id1441546714/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Useless on new IOS

*2024-10-07*

Nothing works. 
I hope you update the app   Merci.

### 2/5 — iPHONE13PM. NO PRONUNCIATION SOUNDS

*2023-06-01*

Totally disappointed.— No pronunciation sounds.-

## Frequently asked questions about French Etymology and Origins

### What is French Etymology and Origins?

French Etymology and Origins is a comprehensive etymological dictionary that provides detailed information on the origin and meaning of over 34,300 French words, names, prefixes, and suffixes. It is designed for linguistic experts and anyone interested in the French language.

### How many entries are in French Etymology and Origins?

French Etymology and Origins contains more than 34,300 entries, including words, names, prefixes, and suffixes. These entries are further divided into various categories and parts of speech.

### What kind of information does each entry provide?

Each entry in French Etymology and Origins includes detailed etymology and origin, pronunciation, meaning, alternative forms, derived terms, related terms, descendants, conjugation, and more.

### Can I search for specific types of words?

Yes, the app features a robust search function that allows you to find entries for words, names, prefixes, and suffixes. Entries are also categorized by their linguistic origins, such as Ancient Greek or Latin.

### Is French Etymology and Origins available on multiple devices?

Yes, French Etymology and Origins is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for Apple's mobile operating systems.

### How often is French Etymology and Origins updated?

The latest version of French Etymology and Origins is 3.0, and it was last updated on May 13, 2026. This indicates a commitment to maintaining and expanding the dictionary's content.

### What is the age rating for French Etymology and Origins?

French Etymology and Origins has an age rating of 4+. This suggests it is suitable for a wide audience, including younger learners interested in language.

### Does French Etymology and Origins have ads?

No, French Etymology and Origins does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free experience for its users.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 3.0 — 2026-05-13

We have improved the app's user interface and performance in this version.

### 2.0 — 2022-11-06

We have added more french words in this version.

### 1.0 — 2018-11-08

No release notes.

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