# Real Vocabulary

> Vocabulary building program for K-5 students with interactive exercises and games. (iPhone/iPad app by Virtual Speech Center Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/real-vocabulary/id815808661 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Virtual Speech Center Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/455333785)
- Category: Education, Medical
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 101 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-03-03
- Data updated: 2026-06-03
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/real-vocabulary/id815808661/reviews.md

## What is Real Vocabulary?

The Real Vocabulary app is a comprehensive and flexible language program for  kindergarten-5th grade students targeting core curriculum vocabulary*. 

The Real Vocabulary app includes over 1500 pictures and over 5000 pre-recorded audio. The pro version of the app and the All Words in - app program allow the users to add their own words, pictures and audio recordings, making therapy more individualized and allowing school speech therapists to add their own curriculum based vocabulary. 

The Real Vocabulary app offers both receptive and expressive tasks in the following categories:

- Antonyms (Kindergarten – 1st grade, 2nd- 3rd grades, 4th – 5th grades with total of 300 antonyms)

- Synonyms (Kindergarten – 1st grade, 2nd- 3rd grades, 4th – 5th grades with total of 300 synonyms)

- Definitions (Kindergarten – 1st grade, 2nd- 3rd grades, 4th – 5th grades with total of 300 definitions)

- Multiple Meanings (Kindergarten – 1st grade, 2nd- 3rd grades, 4th – 5th grades with total of 300 multiple meanings)

- Idioms (Kindergarten – 1st grade, 2nd- 3rd grades, 4th – 5th grades with total of 300 idioms)

In the receptive task, the picture with word stimulus is displayed and the student matches one of the four words that matches the stimulus. (E.g. what is another word for accurate? A) Happy B) Late C) True D) Correct) 

In the expressive task, the picture with word stimulus is displayed and the student states his answer verbally (E.g. what is another word for almost?)

The pro version of the app and the ALL words in- app program include all the above categories however each category can be purchased separately as well. The users can try the free light version of the app with a few examples of each category and activity.

Students will be motivated to learn and practice thousands of words since they will be rewarded with three different games: 

-Wobbly Waiter
-Sling Challenge
-Catch the Dish

The Real Vocabulary app is easy to navigate and allows users to employ several tools to perform the following:

-add additional photos and audio recording
-enter multiple students
-change settings 
-save selected targets for the next session 
-select auto-scoring
-select alternate counts for multiple students 
-enable or disable written picture descriptions 
-enable or disable special effect sounds
-audio record users’ responses
-track correct and incorrect responses 
-view reports in table and graphical forms
-e-mail results at the end of the game

Author: Jennifer Rogers, M.A. CCC-SLP
Developed by: Virtual Speech Center

## Key features

- Vocabulary exercises (antonyms, synonyms, definitions, etc.)
- Over 1500 pictures and 5000 audio recordings
- Add custom words, pictures, and audio
- Receptive and expressive task modes
- Three motivational learning games
- Progress tracking and reporting
- Multi-student support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Antonyms Kindergarten – 1 st grade | $3.99 | one-time |
| Antonyms : 2nd - 3rd grades | $3.99 | one-time |
| Antonyms : 4th-5th grades | $3.99 | one-time |
| Definitions : 2nd - 3rd grades | $3.99 | one-time |
| Definitions : Kindergarten - 1st grade | $3.99 | one-time |
| Idioms : 4th-5th grades | $4.99 | one-time |
| Multiple meanings : 2nd - 3rd grades | $3.99 | one-time |
| Multiple meanings : 4th-5th grades | $3.99 | one-time |
| Synonyms : 2nd - 3rd grades | $3.99 | one-time |
| Synonyms : 4th-5th grades | $3.99 | one-time |
| Synonyms : Kindergarten - 1st grade | $3.99 | one-time |
| All Words | $29.99 | one-time |
| Definitions : 4th-5th grades | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/real-vocabulary/id815808661/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Needs work

*2019-02-01, version 1.3*

Activities and word selection are good. Most of the photos are excellent, a few could be better ("beat it"). Love that there is an expressive component included! My concern is the price. As an SLP, I work with ALL grade levels. That is an awful lot to purchase when you have few funds available.

### 3/5 — Figures of speech

*2018-03-20, version 1.3*

Would you consider changing your pictures for the figures of speech to a photo that represents the actual meaning? For my students on the spectrum, the photo sticks in their mind and is giving them the wrong message to recall. The reason we’re working on this is because this is an area in which they struggle, and therefore it seems to be counterproductive in teaching.  Thank you!

### 4/5 — Great App

*2015-03-09, version 1.2*

This app works great both for my kids who need receptive language help as well as expressive language help. The feedback it provides is great and they love the games. I will be purchasing the add ons for the grade levels.

### 2/5 — Okay app for testing vocabulary

*2014-12-31, version 1.2*

Based on the free sample, it seems like this app would be good for second & third grade students.  Younger kids might need more bells & whistles to keep them engaged in the question & answer drill format.  Older kids might not be sufficiently motivated by the reinforcer games upon completion of the test questions.

Positives are that a variety of vocab modes are tested (definition, antonyms, synonyms, multiple meanings) and percentages are tabulated and recorded for each mode.  In addition, there are a variety of options available, including: having the Q & A's read aloud or not; manually or automatically advance to the next question; displaying the correct answer shown if the child answers incorrectly; and selecting how many questions are required before the getting to play a brief reinforcing game (child can pick one of three games).

### 5/5 — Awesome app!

*2014-07-04, version 1.2*

Real Vocabulary is an awesome app. The receptive and expressive portion of the app help my students learn about core vocabulary in antonyms, synonyms, definitions, multiple meanings, and idioms. I first purchased the in app purchases. Slowly I purchased portions and I now have them all. The reports helps to keep all of the data for you. My students love this app, too. The graphics are colorful and engaging. Thanks for a great app that has everything that I need right there in one app. It is the best purchase that I have made!

## Frequently asked questions about Real Vocabulary

### What age range is Real Vocabulary designed for?

Real Vocabulary is designed for students in kindergarten through 5th grade, with an age rating of 4+. It covers core curriculum vocabulary appropriate for this age group.

### Does Real Vocabulary have ads?

No, Real Vocabulary does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and offers additional content through in-app purchases.

### Can I add my own words to Real Vocabulary?

Yes, the pro version and the 'All Words in-app' program allow users to add their own words, pictures, and audio recordings for a more personalized learning experience.

### What types of vocabulary exercises are available in Real Vocabulary?

Real Vocabulary offers exercises for antonyms, synonyms, definitions, multiple meanings, and idioms, broken down by grade levels (K-1, 2-3, 4-5).

### How does Real Vocabulary track student progress?

The app allows users to track correct and incorrect responses, view reports in table and graphical forms, and email results, aiding in monitoring learning progress.

### Is Real Vocabulary available on Android devices?

Based on the provided data, Real Vocabulary is currently only supported on iPad devices. There is no information available regarding Android compatibility.

### How often is Real Vocabulary updated?

The latest version of Real Vocabulary is 1.3, which was last updated on October 17, 2015. This indicates infrequent updates in recent years.

### What are the learning games in Real Vocabulary?

Students can be motivated to learn with three different games: Wobbly Waiter, Sling Challenge, and Catch the Dish. These games are integrated to reward vocabulary practice.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.3 — 2015-10-17

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

- ios 9 fixes

### 1.2 — 2014-03-21

Minor bug fixes.

### 1.1 — 2014-03-08

Bug Fixes.

### 1.0 — 2014-03-03

No release notes.

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