# PONS SpellFlash – the language game for English, Spanish, French, Italian and German

> Language word game for vocabulary building and vocabulary practice. (iPhone/iPad app by PONS Langenscheidt GmbH.)

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- Developer: [PONS Langenscheidt GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/577049805)
- Category: Education, Entertainment
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 5.1.1 · 32 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, European Spanish
- Released: 2013-11-07
- Data updated: 2026-07-01
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pons-spellflash-the-language-game-for-english-spanish-french-italian-and-german/id704492432/reviews.md

## What is PONS SpellFlash?

Are you looking for a word game that’s fun and even gets you learning things? Are you a fan of language games or do you just want to pass some time with an absorbing puzzle while you’re on a journey? If any of the above applies, PONS SpellFlash is just what you’re looking for!

The perfect combination of brain teasers and learning languages.
* ENGLISH * SPANISH * FRENCH * ITALIAN * GERMAN *
 
Whether you’re sitting on a train, waiting for the traffic lights to turn green or lazing around on the sofa at home, you can improve your vocabulary with PONS SpellFlash and have fun at the same time wherever you are. The game’s objective is to form the longest possible words out of an aggregation of letters. The longer the word conjured up, the higher the number of points won. The intelligent Smart Mode makes it possible to discover words and look up their meanings quickly and simply. Find words, collect points and get the top score!

You can practice no fewer than 5 languages with the SpellFlash app: English, Spanish, French, Italian and German
 
Who can benefit most from this app?
It’s for people who enjoy word games and want to improve their vocabulary in a foreign language. 
 
The functions
* Spell and win: find as many words as you can – the longer the word, the better.
* Smart Mode: reveal words you weren’t aware of with a special display function.
* The Multiplier: eliminate PONS counters by linking adjacent letters to form words.
* Looking up: check up on unfamiliar words in the online dictionary. 


Version 1.1
- Now with over 120,000 German words and reduced battery drain!

Version 1.2
- New hint feature
- Optimization of User Experience
- Fresh iOS7ish look
- Minor bug fixes

Version 1.3
- Optimization of hint feature
- Bug fixes (iOS 6)

Version 1.4
- Elimination of errors regarding dictionary api

Version 1.5
- Optimizations for iOS 9 
- Elimination of errors regarding the surface language

About PONS: 
PONS has been developing green materials for learning languages for life for over 30 years: from classic dictionaries and grammar aids to audio and software language courses right up to free online services such as the www.pons.com language portal. 

More PONS products are available on: www.pons.de 
Also on www.facebook.com/PONSverlag

## Key features

- Form words from letters
- Improve vocabulary in 5 languages
- Smart Mode for word discovery
- Integrated online dictionary lookup
- Score-based gameplay

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pons-spellflash-the-language-game-for-english-spanish-french-italian-and-german/id704492432/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Ok

*2014-07-11, version 1.1*

The game is fun, but I agree with the other reviewer that it would be more useful for learning if it provided english translations for all words found.

### 2/5 — Not really for learning

*2014-01-21, version 1.1*

It has a great dictionary, but if you're just starting out in a language, don't be deceived by it's "play and learn" description! It was not designed to teach you anything but definitions to words you already knew. A hint feature in the form of English definitions or similar forms of the word in the native language would make this a 4 star app.

## Frequently asked questions about PONS SpellFlash

### What languages can I practice with PONS SpellFlash?

PONS SpellFlash allows you to practice English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German. The app was updated in version 1.1 to include over 120,000 German words.

### How does PONS SpellFlash help me learn?

The game challenges you to form the longest possible words from a set of letters, earning points for longer words. The 'Smart Mode' helps you discover new words and their meanings.

### Is PONS SpellFlash suitable for all ages?

The app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users looking to improve their language skills through play.

### Can I look up words I don't know in PONS SpellFlash?

Yes, PONS SpellFlash includes a function to look up unfamiliar words directly in the online dictionary. This feature was optimized in version 1.3.

### What is the price of PONS SpellFlash?

PONS SpellFlash is a paid application, priced at $0.99. It was last updated on December 15, 2015, with version 1.5.

### Does PONS SpellFlash have ads?

The provided data does not indicate that PONS SpellFlash contains advertisements. It is a paid application.

### What devices support PONS SpellFlash?

PONS SpellFlash is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. The app has received optimizations for various iOS versions, including iOS 9.

### How often is PONS SpellFlash updated?

The app has seen several updates since its release on November 7, 2013. The latest recorded update was version 1.5 on December 15, 2015, indicating a history of maintenance and feature additions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5 — 2015-12-15

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Optimizations for iOS 9 
- Elimination of errors regarding the surface language

### 1.4 — 2015-02-03

- Elimination of errors regarding dictionary api

### 1.3 — 2014-09-16

- Optimization of hint feature
- Elimination of errors regarding iOS 6

### 1.2 — 2014-08-21

- New top feature: SpellFlash gives you hints if you've got lost - especially helpful for language learners.
- We have optimized the User Experience for you.
- Version 1.2 comes with a new and fresh iOS7ish look.
- Minor bug fixes.

### 1.1 — 2013-12-05

Now with over 120,000 German words and reduced battery drain!

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