# Scribo: Instant Word Capture — Save your words effortlessly.

> Personal vocabulary builder for saving and remembering new words encountered. (iPhone/iPad app by Dain Jung.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scribo-instant-word-capture/id6794793715 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Dain Jung](https://appshunter.io/developer/1736427295)
- Category: Education, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 21 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2026-08-07
- Data updated: 2026-09-19
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scribo-instant-word-capture/id6794793715/reviews.md

## What is Scribo?

Stop looking up the same word again and again.

Scribo is the easiest way to save and remember new words you discover while reading, watching, or learning.

Whether you're reading a book,
watching a video,
or studying a new language,

save unfamiliar words the moment you find them.

Write with Apple Pencil,
or type with your keyboard.

Capture words in the way that feels most natural to you.

Why Scribo?

• Save Words Instantly

Capture words before they slip away and interrupt your learning.

• Multiple Ways to Capture

Apple Pencil handwriting

Keyboard input

Choose the method that works best for you.

• AI-Powered Organization

Automatically generate definitions, example sentences, and translations.

• Your Personal Wordbook

Build a vocabulary collection based on words you actually encounter in real life.

• Review and Remember

Turn saved words into lasting knowledge through review.

Perfect For

• English learners
• Japanese learners
• Chinese learners
• Language enthusiasts
• International students
• Expats
• Readers and lifelong learners

Most language apps teach vocabulary chosen by someone else.

Scribo helps you save and remember the words you discover yourself.

## Key features

- Instant word saving
- Handwriting and keyboard input
- AI-generated definitions
- Personalized wordbook
- Review and memory tools
- Language learning support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scribo Pro Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Scribo Pro Yearly | $49.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scribo Lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scribo-instant-word-capture/id6794793715/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 모두가 한 번이라도 사용 해봤으면 하는 앱!

*2026-08-23*

많은 방법으로 단어를 찾고 단어장을 만들고 했으나, 언제나 불편하고 꾸준히 쓰기 힘들었다. 하지만, 이 앱을 사용하는 순간 너무 만족스럽고 꾸준히 쓸 수 있겠다고 깨달아서 추천하게 되는 어플입니다.
너무나도 사용하면서 좋았으나, 단 한가지 생겼으면 하는 것은 단어를 폰으로도 공부할 수 있게 이 앱을 다운가능 해졌으면 좋겠습니다.

**Developer response:** 안녕하세요! 소중한 리뷰 정말 감사합니다 : )
Scribo가 단어를 찾고 기록하는 과정을 조금이라도 더 즐겁고 편하게 만들어드릴 수 있어 기쁩니다.

말씀해주신 것처럼 iPhone에서도 사용할 수 있으면 좋겠다는 의견도 많이 받고 있습니다. 현재는 iPad 경험에 집중하고 있지만, 앞으로 더 많은 환경에서 사용할 수 있는 방법도 고민해보겠습니다. 응원해주셔서 감사합니다!

### 5/5 — 원서 읽을 때 꼭 필요한 앱입니다

*2026-08-17*

영어 책이나 신문기사를 읽을 때 지금까지는 스마트폰으로 사전을 이용하거나 구글해가며 읽었는데 여간 번거로운게 아니었어요. 타이핑하고 단어 뜻 보고 다시 책으로 돌아가고 이런 작업을 반복하다 보면 원서를 읽는 흥미가 많이 떨어져서 한동안 멀리했는데 딱 제가 필요한 앱이네요. 글의 흐름이 끊기지 않으면서 단어 뜻도 쉽게 찾고, 타이핑의 번거로움도 없고 온라인 사전의 장점은 다 갖춰서 좋아요. 스크리보 정말 강추합니다.

**Developer response:** 안녕하세요! 소중한 리뷰 감사합니다 : ) 독서 흐름을 끊지 않고 모르는 단어를 바로 찾고 저장할 수 있도록 만든 앱인데, 그 가치를 느껴주셨다니 정말 기쁩니다. 앞으로도 원서 읽기와 언어 학습이 더 자연스럽고 즐거워질 수 있도록 계속 개선해 나가겠습니다. 좋은 말씀 감사드립니다 🙏

### 5/5 — I highly recommend this app. 단어장 앱의 혁신, 혁명!

*2026-08-13*

이 앱은 감히 말한다면, 단어장계의 혁신이자 혁명이다. 지금까지 이런 단어장은 존재하지 않았다. 단어를 외우려고 아날로그로 손수 단어장을 만들어서 필기하고 암기하던 시대는 이제 지났다. 아날로그와 디지털이 하나로 합쳐졌다. 아이패드에서 필기하면 바로 디지털로 인식하여 내가 모르는 단어, 외워야하는 단어들이 바로 저장된다. 사전이 따로 필요없다. 영한사전, 영영사전 외 10개이상의 외국어 사전 지원. 모르는 발음을 들을 수 있는 것은 물론이거니와 간단한 단어 설명 삽화를 보면서 단어를 익힐 수 있다. 더불어 간단한 예문, 동의어, 파생어도 파악 가능하다. 필요 할 때는 따로 엑셀로 뽑아서 단어 목록을 볼 수 있다. 또한 플래쉬카드도 있어서 단어 암기에도 유용하다. 그동안 아날로그 단어장 만큼 유용한 디지털 단어장을 찾기 어려웠는데 이건 아날로그와 디지털의 강점만 집약한 단어장 중의 단어장이다!

**Developer response:** 안녕하세요. 이 리뷰를 읽고 정말 큰 힘을 얻었습니다.

사실 Scribo는 제가 책을 읽다가 모르는 단어를 찾느라 흐름이 끊기는 게 싫어서 만든 앱인데, 제가 느꼈던 불편함과 가치를 이렇게 정확하게 알아봐 주신 분은 처음인 것 같습니다. 제가 만들고 싶었던 경험을 그대로 설명해주신 것 같아 여러 번 읽어봤습니다.

혹시 괜찮으시다면 15분 정도만 시간을 내주실 수 있을까요?

지금 다음 버전을 준비하고 있는데, 사용자 분의 이야기를 꼭 들어보고 싶습니다. 어떤 점이 좋았고, 어떤 점이 아쉬웠는지 직접 듣고 싶습니다. 부담 없이 아래 메일로 연락 주시면 정말 감사하겠습니다.

scriboteam26@gmail.com

다시 한번 소중한 리뷰 남겨주셔서 진심으로 감사드립니다.

## Frequently asked questions about Scribo

### What is Scribo?

Scribo is an application designed to help users save and remember new words they encounter while reading, watching videos, or studying. It offers multiple input methods and AI-powered organization to build a personal vocabulary collection.

### How does Scribo help with learning?

Scribo allows you to capture words the moment you discover them, preventing them from being forgotten. The app then helps you review and remember these words, turning them into lasting knowledge.

### What are the input methods for Scribo?

You can capture words in Scribo using Apple Pencil handwriting or by typing with your keyboard. This flexibility allows you to choose the method that feels most natural for you.

### Does Scribo offer AI features?

Yes, Scribo utilizes AI to automatically generate definitions, example sentences, and translations for the words you save. This enriches your understanding and aids in retention.

### Who is Scribo perfect for?

Scribo is ideal for English, Japanese, and Chinese learners, language enthusiasts, international students, expats, readers, and anyone interested in lifelong learning and expanding their vocabulary.

### What are the subscription options for Scribo Pro?

Scribo Pro offers a monthly subscription for $8.99 and a yearly subscription for $49.99. The yearly plan includes a 7-day free trial.

### Is Scribo available on multiple devices?

Yes, Scribo is supported on both iPhone and iPad, allowing you to manage your vocabulary across your Apple devices.

### How often is Scribo updated?

The latest version of Scribo is 1.5.1, and it was last updated on September 19, 2026. This indicates a recent update and ongoing development.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.1 — 2026-09-19

Fixed strokes disappearing or appearing late while you write.

### 1.5 — 2026-09-18

Scribo is now on iPhone
- Type a word straight in, or turn your phone sideways and write it with your finger.
- A new Collection tab lets you browse your words by topic and language, and play the pronunciation of any word.
- Press and hold a word to select several and delete them at once.

A new Review
- The start screen shows your streak, the words you've learned, and today's review at a glance.
- Your streak is now a smiling sun. Miss a day and it still rises again the next day.
- The review screen is simpler, so you can focus on the question.
- Review reminders now give you a question to answer right from your lock screen.
- Can't use your pen right now? Tap "Can't write now" and the rest of the session switches to multiple choice.
- Use the flag button to report a question that looks wrong.

Word screen
- Tap the pencil to write your own meaning next to the dictionary definition.
- Word pictures (Pro) are now warm hand-drawn illustrations of the scene in the example sentence.
- A new learning progress page shows how your words are growing.

Sharing
- Share your streak and word pictures straight to KakaoTalk, WhatsApp, Instagram, Messenger, or X.

Also
- Scribo now supports Traditional Chinese.
- Fixed word definitions not loading in some regions.

### 1.4 — 2026-09-15

A new guided start takes you from your first word to your first review. Review and Settings have also been redesigned to be simpler and clearer.

### 1.3 — 2026-09-08

Stability
- Fixed an issue where the app would freeze when writing two words in a row
- Fixed pen cursor misalignment in Split View

New Features
- Expression capture: Save phrases like "go out," not just single words
- Share Extension: Save words directly from Safari, Kindle, and other apps
- Apple Pencil double-tap to switch between pen and eraser

Improved paywall with clearer subscription details

### 1.2 — 2026-08-19

Reviews now pause to let you draw.

· Draw it - partway through a review one word appears, and you have 60 seconds to draw what it means. Nothing is scored. A drawing you like can be turned into a card and shared.
· Write your own meaning - add a sense no dictionary had, or one that only holds in the sentence you read. It sits beside the original rather than replacing it.
· Save from the keyboard - a word the pen could not read can be typed and saved on the spot.
· Subjects - record what you were reading when you wrote a word down. Meet the same word in another book and both are kept.
· Left-handed layout - choose your writing hand and the tools and the word list move to the other side.
· Pronunciation plays even with the silent switch on.
· Phonetics are shown the way each language actually writes them.
· Set how long the pen may rest before recognition starts.
· A reminder when words are due, and a warning before a Pro period ends.
· Definitions are looked up in every language your handwriting can be read in.

Pro
· Write a sentence - partway through a review, write one sentence using the word and see what reads wrong.

Also
· When something fails, it says what went wrong on the screen you are already looking at.
· The word you wrote during setup stays in your notebook.
· The page no longer shifts when the writing area gets short on iPad.
· The privacy policy is readable in all four languages the app is sold in.

## More apps by Dain Jung

- [Mori: Never Lose Yourself](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mori-never-lose-yourself/id6763855901)

All apps by Dain Jung: https://appshunter.io/developer/1736427295

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