# (How to) Pronounce PRO — Pronunciation dictionary

> Pronunciation dictionary for multiple languages with recording and playback features. (iPhone/iPad app by Dawid Pietrala.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/how-to-pronounce-pro/id953959208 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Dawid Pietrala](https://appshunter.io/developer/517794597)
- Category: Education, Utilities
- Price: $1.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 3,483 App Store ratings · 116 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 17 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese, Polish
- Released: 2015-01-18
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/how-to-pronounce-pro/id953959208/reviews.md

## What is (How to) Pronounce PRO?

This is a PRO version of (How to) Pronounce. No ads! View definitions and record your pronunciation of the word you check to compare it with the model!

Currently, we support English (British, American, Australian), Spanish, French, Chinese, Japanese, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, Arabic, Turkish, Korean and Hindi.

Learning English, German, French, Spanish, Italian or Portuguese? Use (How to) Pronounce to learn the pronunciation of words and phrases you encounter. Just type in a word or phrase and hear it. Learn words that are commonly mispronounced. Learn the intonation of phrases. Adjust the speed at which an utterance is spoken to hear the details of each sound.

Did you realize that for good comprehension pronunciation is equally, if not more, important than grammar and vocabulary? Incorrect pronunciation of a word can entirely confuse the other person and/or block communication.

With (How to) Pronounce, you can easily check the pronunciation of a word or phrase and memorize it. You can also check how a native speaker of the language you are learning could say a word in your language.

A must-have for all language users but particularly for:

* learners of foreign languages,
* teachers,
* actors,
* singers,
* public speakers,
* businessmen.

This app is an ad-free version of (How to) Pronounce. You might want to test the free version in order to find out if the app suits your needs. The app uses a top-class text-to-speech system to generate speech which, in rare cases, may generate slightly inaccurate pronunciations.

## Key features

- Pronunciation dictionary
- Record and compare your pronunciation
- Multiple language support
- Adjustable playback speed
- Ad-free experience
- Learn commonly mispronounced words

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $1.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Intermediate Food Words (English) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Advanced Food Words (English) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Business Words (English) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Medicine Words (English) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Computers and programming (English) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Words commonly mispronounced (English) | $0.99 | one-time |
| All topics | $4.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #168 in Top Paid · Education (US App Store)

## What do users think of (How to) Pronounce PRO?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 💡 Helpful for pronouncing words
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Quick and efficient
- 🔍 Useful for learning new languages
- 🎉 Great resource for public speakers

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes or freezes after use
- 🔇 Poor pronunciation quality
- 💰 Issues with paid features and pricing
- 🔇 Missing voice options (e.g., female voice)
- 🤖 Robotic-sounding pronunciations

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Purchased features not carrying over to pro version
- Inconsistent voice quality and pronunciation
- Inability to switch between voice options
- App crashing or freezing on certain devices

**Most requested features**

- Add ability to save favorite words or phrases
- Improve pronunciation accuracy, especially for foreign languages
- Provide more advanced features like voice recording and comparison
- Expand word database and definitions
- Add support for more languages

## Recent user reviews (10 of 116)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/how-to-pronounce-pro/id953959208/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Comment

*2026-07-25, version 1.5.6*

AWESOME 👍🏽

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2026-07-04, version 1.5.6*

Amazing and helpful

### 5/5 — Most needed in my Hotel job

*2026-06-24, version 1.5.6*

Every time a guest stay in the hotel and I can’t pronounce the name I use Pronounce and it worked perfect thank you

### 5/5 — Thank you

*2026-05-10, version 1.5.6*

Amazing app. My dad has been using it to communicate after a stroke. Thank you so much!

### 1/5 — doesn't work with New iOS

*2026-01-31, version 1.5.6*

doesn't work with New iOS

### 1/5 — Glitch

*2025-10-07, version 1.5.6*

EVERYTIME I TYPE A WORK IT THE APP CLOSES

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2025-09-29, version 1.5.6*

It’s ez to do and it’s quick!

### 1/5 — Crashes

*2025-06-24, version 1.5.6*

The app crashes after every use.

### 1/5 — Crashes after each use.

*2025-06-21*

This app crashes after each use. The ad version works better than this. What a shame.

### 5/5 — Pro Pronouns

*2025-04-05, version 1.5.6*

Love the options

## Frequently asked questions about (How to) Pronounce PRO

### What does (How to) Pronounce PRO do?

This app functions as a pronunciation dictionary for multiple languages. It allows you to hear how words and phrases are spoken by native speakers, record your own pronunciation to compare, and adjust the playback speed for detailed listening. It is designed to help users improve their spoken language skills.

### What languages are supported by this pronunciation app?

The app currently supports English (British, American, Australian), Spanish, French, Chinese, Japanese, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, Arabic, Turkish, Korean, and Hindi. This broad support makes it useful for learning a variety of languages.

### Is this app free to use?

This is the PRO version, which is ad-free. While the description mentions a free version to test suitability, the PRO version itself is likely a paid upgrade or has in-app purchases for full functionality, as indicated by the monetization model.

### Who would benefit most from using (How to) Pronounce PRO?

The app is highly beneficial for learners of foreign languages, teachers, actors, singers, public speakers, and businessmen. Anyone who needs to ensure clear and accurate pronunciation in their professional or personal life will find this tool valuable.

### Can I practice my pronunciation with this app?

Yes, a key feature is the ability to record your own pronunciation of a word or phrase and compare it directly with the model pronunciation provided by the app. This direct comparison is crucial for identifying and correcting pronunciation errors.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.6 — 2020-11-07

Minor bug fixes and improvements

### 1.5.5 — 2020-01-09

Minor bug fixes and improvements

### 1.5.4 — 2019-12-02

Minor bug fixes and improvements

### 1.5.3 — 2019-06-06

Minor bug fixes and improvements

### 1.5.2 — 2019-06-03

Minor bug fixes and improvements

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