Comparison

Dictionary. vs Sinhala English Dictionary

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Dictionary.

Access a comprehensive dictionary, thesaurus, and translation tool with millions of definitions and synonyms. Explore specialty dictionaries, learn new words daily, and play word games. This app offers offline access and integrates seamlessly with other applications.

Highlights
  • Offline dictionary and thesaurus
  • Millions of definitions and synonyms
  • Word of the Day and Idiom of the Day
  • Specialty dictionaries (medical, legal, etc.)
  • Translations into 40+ languages
  • Word games (Spelling Bee, Hangman)
  • In-app word lookup via sharing
Features
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The only Dictionary and Thesaurus with every word you search for. Plus Word of the Day, free offline dictionary access, and millions of definitions and synonyms from top sources, including: Webster's Dictionary Roget's Thesaurus The American Heritage Dictionary Plus FREE access to: English Offline Dictionary English Offline Thesaurus with synonyms and more Medical Dictionary English Idioms and Slang Dictionary Translations of English into 40+ languages Dozens of other translation options + Much more! The Free Dictionary is like getting 100+ apps in one easy-to-use interface. Rated #1 app in the App Store in the free reference category in 114 countries 2011–2019. (Source: https://www.appannie.com/apps/ios/app/379450383/app-ranking/#device=ipad&type=best-ranks) Here's what you can do with The Free Dictionary app: * Find every word you search for. Clear, accurate definitions from top dictionaries—online and offline. * Find synonyms fast. Free Thesaurus with simple interface makes it easy to find the perfect word. Browse synonyms, antonyms, and related words. * Learn something new every day. Word of the Day Idiom of the Day + Other daily content * Build your vocabulary. Don't just look up words—learn how to use them! Featuring: Audio pronunciations Example sentences Etymologies + More! The perfect dictionary app for word lovers and learners of all levels. * Explore topics in-depth. Multiple specialty dictionaries and encyclopedias: Medical dictionary Legal dictionary Science dictionary Financial dictionary Idioms and Slang dictionary Acronyms and Abbreviations + More! * Play word games. Spelling Bee, Hangman, and more. * See idioms in action. Watch idioms videos inside the app! Featuring animations of words and phrases from the idioms and slang dictionary. * Access dictionaries in 13 other languages. Spanish dictionary and thesaurus French dictionary and thesaurus German dictionary and thesaurus + Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, and more! * Translate English into Spanish, French, and 40+ languages. Or translate other languages into English. Access dozens of other translation options. * Access dictionaries and encyclopedias from these top publishers with just one search: McGraw-Hill Houghton Mifflin HarperCollins Random House Cambridge University Press + More! Here's why The Free Dictionary is the most user-friendly dictionary app: * Instantly look up words in apps or webpages! Just highlight the word you want to look up, tap "Share," then tap "More" in the bottom menu and turn on the "Define" option. You will then see a "Define" icon in the menu. Tap it to see the definition of the highlighted word! * Voice search. Look up a word just by saying it. * Advanced Search options. * Look up the definition of any word on the page. Just highlight and tap "Definition." * Save bookmarks with one tap and sync them to all your devices. * Customize your homepage: Move, add, or remove articles, games, even local weather. * Jump to Definition, Thesaurus, or Translations with one button. * Navigate the app in more than a dozen languages with the multilingual interface. * Adjust font size. * Share your favorite words via social networks, email, or text. EXCLUSIVE * Earn meals for hungry children through The Free Dictionary's partnership with the World Food Program—just by using the app! This is not a trial version—you get everything free and forever. Additional offline dictionaries in other languages are available in the Pro version. Seem too good to be true? The Free Dictionary app has been downloaded tens of millions times across multiple platforms, with top ratings after hundreds of thousands of reviews. Read reviews from real users to see why they say The Free Dictionary is the best dictionary app they've ever used. * For app developers: The Free Dictionary app can be accessed by other apps with API calls (Contact Farlex for instructions).

About

Sinhala English Dictionary

This app provides seamless Sinhala to English and English to Sinhala translations with over 200,000 definitions. It offers spelling suggestions, transliteration, pronunciation guides, and example sentences to enhance understanding and communication.

Highlights
  • Sinhala/English Definitions
  • Spelling Suggestions
  • Sinhala Transliteration
  • Pronunciation Guides
  • Example Sentences
  • Translator
  • Thesaurus
Features
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Sinhala English Dictionary: Your Essential Translation Companion Looking for seamless Sinhala to English or English to Sinhala translations? Look no further! Sinhala English Dictionary is your go-to app, offering translations across 100+ languages and more than 200,000 definitions—all at your fingertips. Designed exclusively for iOS, this app ensures a quick and user-friendly experience, helping you excel in communication and understanding between Sinhala and English. Key Features: * Sinhala/English Definitions: Access over 200,000 English words and their Sinhala meanings * Spelling Suggestions: Refine your queries with smart suggestions * Display Meanings in Sinhala: No additional font installation needed * Sinhala Transliteration: Type Sinhala words phonetically using Roman characters * Search History: Revisit previous translations anytime * Favorite List: Save frequently used words for quick reference * Pronunciation: Learn accurate Sinhala and English pronunciations * Example Sentences: Discover usage examples with meanings sourced from the web * Translator: Translate across languages (requires an Internet connection) * Thesaurus: Expand your vocabulary (requires an Internet connection) Why Choose Sinhala English Dictionary? Whether you're a student, professional, or language enthusiast, this app makes translating and learning between Sinhala and English effortless. It's the perfect companion for both casual and professional use. Additional Info: The app includes advertisements to keep it free for users. Easily share content via social media platforms. Download Sinhala English Dictionary now and make your translations smoother and more efficient! We value your feedback—help us improve and tailor the app to better suit your needs. Share your comments, suggestions, or questions, and stay tuned for more exciting updates!

Screenshots

Dictionary.4 screens
Sinhala English Dictionary4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sinhala English Dictionary at none against Dictionary.'s 1. Sinhala English Dictionary also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). Dictionary.'s advantage is ratings volume (15K vs 24). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Dictionary. sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Sinhala English Dictionary asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Dictionary. against 4.8 for Sinhala English Dictionary. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dictionary. has 15K ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dictionary. ships an update every 3 months, Sinhala English Dictionary every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Dictionary. versus Sinhala English Dictionary: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDictionary.Sinhala English Dictionary
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (15K ratings)4.8 (24 ratings) — better
Positive reviews90.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings15K — better24
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFarlex, Inc.Sachith Dassanayake

Customer experience

Dictionary.

All ratings14,555 ratings
Positive95.2%
Neutral2.2%
Negative2.7%
Written reviews2,169 reviews
Positive90.6%
Neutral2.7%
Negative6.7%

Sinhala English Dictionary

All ratings16 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Dictionary.

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent login issues and lost user data
  • Inconsistent performance across devices
  • Incorrect or missing definitions for some words

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to create and organize custom word lists
  • More advanced vocabulary-building tools
  • Improved audio pronunciation quality
  • Offline access to full dictionary content

Sinhala English Dictionary

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Dictionary.

One-time1
  • Ad-free upgrade$5.99
None

Sinhala English Dictionary

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Dictionary. free?
Dictionary. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sinhala English Dictionary free?
Sinhala English Dictionary is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Dictionary. or Sinhala English Dictionary?
Sinhala English Dictionary is rated higher. Dictionary. averages 4.8 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while Sinhala English Dictionary averages 4.8 from 24 ratings.
Do Dictionary. or Sinhala English Dictionary have ads?
Both Dictionary. and Sinhala English Dictionary show ads.
Which is updated more often, Dictionary. or Sinhala English Dictionary?
Dictionary. ships an update every 3 months, and Sinhala English Dictionary every 5 weeks. Most recently, Dictionary. was updated on October 27, 2026 and Sinhala English Dictionary on October 24, 2026.

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