# Qatari Phrasebook

> Offline Qatari phrasebook with audio pronunciation for travelers and expatriates. (iPhone/iPad app by Hany Fazza.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qatari-phrasebook/id1147644705 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hany Fazza](https://appshunter.io/developer/1147644704)
- Category: Travel, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 18 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 245 MB
- Languages: American English, Filipino, French (France), Hindi, Nepali, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Turkish, Urdu
- Released: 2017-08-10
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qatari-phrasebook/id1147644705/reviews.md

## What is Qatari Phrasebook?

This phrasebook/dictionary is equipped with relevant pronunciation that aims to ease communication with natives in Qatar in different daily life situations. This Interactive Qatari phrasebook is for traveler's & expatriates and features common Qatari words and phrases. This Phrasebook App was created and edited by the Arabic language program of Georgetown University in Qatar © (2015).

In this Application:
• 1500+ phrases and words categorised for fast access. 
• Native audio pronunciation of every phrase and word. 
• Arabic and phonetic text translations. 
• You can communicate with the Native Arabic speakers. 
• Option to adjust spoken audio speed. 
• Fast access for different situations.
• Search over all phrases or in word in English and French. 
• Star favourites for quick access
• Small app size can be installed over mobile network for free. 
• Once downloaded works offline.

## Key features

- 1500+ categorized phrases and words
- Native audio pronunciation
- Arabic and phonetic translations
- Adjustable audio speed
- Offline functionality
- Searchable content
- Favorite phrases

## Recent user reviews (10 of 18)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qatari-phrasebook/id1147644705/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Empty app.

*2025-11-18, version 1.5*

The app has no words. All categories are empty.

### 3/5 — There is literally no audio.

*2025-11-06, version 1.5*

I’ve downloaded the app twice, there is no audio no matter what you do. Would be a nice app if it worked.

### 1/5 — App doesn’t respond!

*2024-01-17, version 1.5*

Nothing appears when you open the categories

### 5/5 — not working in iPhone

*2023-10-24, version 1.5*

its not working in my iPhone X iOS 16 Version can you fix it what the bug is

### 5/5 — Fantastic App!

*2022-01-12, version 1.3*

Just what I was looking for. Something simple and easy to help me learn the Qatari way of talking. Great app if you’ve moved to Qatar like me! This app is free and a lot better than the paid apps!

### 5/5 — SUCH AN AMAZING APP

*2021-10-17, version 1.3*

It’s actually a great app to learn quick small phrases that can help a lot, it’s actually really good👍👍👍

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2019-02-24, version 1.1*

easy and lovely Qatari dialect .. keep it up .. can’t wait for more phrases to be added ,

### 3/5 — A good effort

*2018-04-18, version 1.1*

This phrasebook is a good effort, but it includes very few items that are specifically Qatari Arabic (as opposed to just Gulf Arabic).
There is one obvious problem in the way this was produced: Qatari Arabic allows two consonants at the beginning of a word, but Classical Arabic does not. To “correct” this in words like “shlonik”, an alif (without a hamza) is usually placed at the beginning of the word. This is (presumably?) to assist people coming from a Classical Arabic background, but it actually introduces a vowel where there wasn’t one. Then the Qatari readers read this out loud in the recordings, resulting in “ashlonik” instead if “shlonik.”
Having the students read the words out loud obviously resulted in some stilted pronunciations in this app.
Having said all that, the app is very beautifully programmed, includes very practical categories, and is easy to use.

### 5/5 — Good app

*2018-01-09*

Unique and free.  Helps with all Gulf Arabic dialects too. 
Would love to see more advanced versions and possibly example sentences for the words. 
Some audio could be improved and/or edited better (some words are cut off).
This app can be scaled to offer more even as paid options, it’s that good!

### 5/5 — 👌👌👌👌

*2017-09-21, version 1.1*

goood

## Frequently asked questions about Qatari Phrasebook

### What is Qatari Phrasebook?

Qatari Phrasebook is a free, offline application designed to help travelers and expatriates communicate in Qatar. It provides over 1500 common Qatari words and phrases with native audio pronunciation and phonetic translations.

### Is Qatari Phrasebook free to use?

Yes, Qatari Phrasebook is completely free to download and use. It can be installed over a mobile network at no cost.

### Does Qatari Phrasebook work offline?

Yes, once downloaded, Qatari Phrasebook works offline, allowing you to access all phrases and audio pronunciation without an internet connection.

### What languages can I search in Qatari Phrasebook?

You can search for phrases and words in English and French within Qatari Phrasebook. The app also provides Arabic and phonetic text translations.

### How often is Qatari Phrasebook updated?

The latest version of Qatari Phrasebook is 1.5, which was last updated on October 20, 2022. It was originally released on August 10, 2017.

### What devices is Qatari Phrasebook available on?

Qatari Phrasebook is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It has an age rating of 4+.

### Can I adjust the audio speed in Qatari Phrasebook?

Yes, Qatari Phrasebook offers the option to adjust the spoken audio speed, which can be helpful for learners trying to grasp pronunciation.

### What is the user sentiment for Qatari Phrasebook?

Qatari Phrasebook has a high rating of 4.7 stars from 7 ratings, indicating positive user sentiment. Users appreciate its offline functionality and comprehensive phrase selection.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5 — 2022-10-20

1. Introduced new languages
- Hindi
- Spanish
- Filipino
- Urdu
- Nepali
- Chinese
- Turkish

2. Sports section added.

### 1.4 — 2022-10-19

Introduced new languages
- hindi
- spanish
- filipino
- urdu
- nepali
- chinese
- turkish

### 1.3 — 2020-10-12

-Now all phrases available in French also.

### 1.1 — 2017-08-17

* Improvements

### 1.0 — 2017-08-10

No release notes.

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