# LitBud: Vocabulary Builder — Books,Dictionary & Crosswords

> AI-powered reading companion for word lookup, vocabulary building, and crossword puzzles. (iPhone/iPad app by Yunrui Zhang.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/litbud-vocabulary-builder/id6802032663 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Yunrui Zhang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1857321496)
- Category: Education, Games, Word
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 223 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Filipino, French (France), German (Germany), Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay and 11 more
- Released: 2026-08-24
- Data updated: 2026-10-29
- Monetization: free

## What is LitBud?

LitBud is an ad-free, offline-first, book-based dictionary which generates crossword puzzles from the words you discover.

Look up unfamiliar words and phrases at lightening speed,  even without an internet connection. You have the option to get book-based contextual explanations if the word is not available locally. Optionally see translations in your chosen language!

As you read, LitBud remembers the words you discover and organizes them by book. Your saved words can then be turned into personalized crossword puzzles, giving you a relaxed way to revisit vocabulary from your own reading.

New in version 1.0.9: 
Introducing Reading Buddies! Discover and see them grow up as you finish crossword puzzles.

No ads. No clutter. Core dictionary features work offline right out of the box. 

Features:
• 100% ad-free experience
• Offline dictionary lookup out of the box, support IPA/phonetics/Audio
• Send words from any apps/ebook readers supporting Share Sheet
• Optional Literary context and explanations
• Optional chapter and passage context
• Vocabulary automatically remembered as you read
• Vocabulary organized by book
• Personal reading library
• Personalized crossword puzzles built from your saved words
• Clean, distraction-free experience

EULA:
https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Dictionary lookup
- AI-powered contextual explanations
- Automatic vocabulary saving
- Vocabulary organized by book
- Personalized crossword puzzles
- Distraction-free reading

## Is LitBud safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess LitBud.

## Is LitBud legit?

LitBud: Vocabulary Builder has limited verification signals. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for LitBud is 58 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.


## Frequently asked questions about LitBud

### Does LitBud have ads?

No, LitBud is ad-free, providing a clean and distraction-free reading experience.

### What devices does LitBud support?

LitBud is available on iPhone and iPad, offering a seamless experience across Apple devices.

### How does LitBud help with vocabulary?

LitBud automatically saves unfamiliar words you look up, organizes them by book, and offers personalized crossword puzzles to help you remember them.

### Can LitBud explain words in context?

Yes, LitBud uses AI-powered explanations to show how words are used in the context of your book, with options to add specific chapters or passages for more precise understanding.

### What is the age rating for LitBud?

LitBud has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is LitBud updated?

LitBud was last updated on August 24, 2026, with version 1.0. Future updates will likely focus on enhancing features and user experience.

### What is the user sentiment for LitBud?

Based on the available data, LitBud has a perfect rating of 5.0 stars from 1 rating, indicating very positive initial user sentiment.

### Is LitBud free to use?

Yes, LitBud is completely free to download and use, with no in-app purchases or subscriptions required.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.6 — 2026-10-28

UX improvements for crossword puzzle
general stability improvements

### 1.1.5 — 2026-10-27

Introducing Debra the Duck.
General UI fixes

### 1.1.4 — 2026-10-27

Translations available in your chosen language!

### 1.1.3 — 2026-10-26

Improved UX

### 1.1.2 — 2026-10-23

Buddies got a makeover!
Added Watercolor theme.
bug fixes
better wording in UI

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