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Best Children Dictionary Apps & Games

247+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
17 free apps & games
Updated August 2026

Out of 247+ children dictionary apps and games on iOS, 17 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Children Dictionary Apps & Games (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Dictionary.com: English WordsDictionary.com: English WordsFree4.8★ (328K)YesNoSep 2026
2Merriam-Webster DictionaryMerriam-Webster DictionaryFree4.8★ (324K)YesYesSep 2026
3Etymonline English DictionaryEtymonline English DictionaryFree4.9★ (11K)YesYesSep 2026
4Oxford Dictionary & ThesaurusOxford Dictionary & ThesaurusFree4.6★ (29K)NoYesSep 2026
5Word HippoWord HippoFree4.9★ (14K)YesYesSep 2026
6WRDZ: Children's DictionaryWRDZ: Children's DictionaryFree—NoNoMay 2026
7Dictionary.Dictionary.Free4.8★ (15K)YesYesSep 2026
8Kids DictionaryKids DictionaryFree was $6.994.6★ (9)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Children Dictionary

Dictionary.com: English Words#1

Dictionary.com: English Words by Curiosity Media

Dictionary, Thesaurus, Vocab
Editor's Choice
🔍 Reference
4.8😐(328K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access over 2 million trusted definitions and synonyms for English words. Enhance your vocabulary with daily new words, example sentences, and audio pronunciations. This app provides grammar tips and editorial content to deepen your understanding of the English language.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Robust dictionary and thesaurus
  • 🤓 Helpful resources like blogs and articles
  • 💡 Useful word games and puzzles
  • 👍 Easy to use and navigate

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent search results and missing definitions
  • 💸 Aggressive ads even after paid upgrades
  • 🤯 Frequent crashes and performance issues
Merriam-Webster Dictionary#2

Merriam-Webster Dictionary by Merriam-Webster, Inc.

Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
4.8😊(324K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#35in Reference
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Access America's most respected dictionary, updated with new words and meanings. This app offers offline access, voice search, daily vocabulary challenges, and a thesaurus. It's designed for English language reference, education, and vocabulary enhancement.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Comprehensive definitions
  • 👍 Helpful thesaurus
  • 🚀 Offline access

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Ads can be intrusive
  • 🐛 Difficulty closing ads
  • 🐛 Repetitive game questions
Etymonline English Dictionary#3

Etymonline English Dictionary by 崇伟 柳

Dictionary to Build Vocabulary
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.9😊(11K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Explore the origins and history of English words with this comprehensive dictionary app. It offers instant search, related word suggestions, and an offline mode for premium users. Enhance your vocabulary and understanding of word roots.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent app
  • 👍 Comprehensive and well-researched
  • 👍 Useful for understanding word origins
  • 👍 Informative and insightful

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App version has incomplete entries
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
  • 💰 Subscription fees too high

More Children Dictionary apps to explore

4
Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus
Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus
Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus
Etymology & Offline Vocabulary
Free

Access a vast collection of dictionaries and thesauruses with definitions, pronunciations, and etymology. Features include offline access, advanced search options, and personalized word lists. Ideal for students, professionals, and word enthusiasts.

15 Oxford DictionariesThesaurus integrationAudio pronunciations
🔍 Reference
(29K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Word Hippo
Word Hippo
Word Hippo
Thesaurus and Word Reference
Free

This app offers a comprehensive suite of word tools, including an advanced thesaurus for synonyms and antonyms, example sentences, rhyming words, and word type identification. It also features word finders for games, definitions, and translations into numerous languages.

Advanced thesaurus with synonyms and antonymsExample sentences for word usageRhyming word finder
🔍 Reference
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
6
WRDZ: Children's Dictionary
WRDZ: Children's Dictionary
WRDZ: Children's Dictionary
Longform dictionary for kids
Free
📚 Education
(0)
7
Dictionary.
Dictionary.
Dictionary.
by TheFreeDictionary.com
Free

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.

Offline dictionary and thesaurusMillions of definitions and synonymsWord of the Day and Idiom of the Day
🔍 Reference
(15K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Kids Dictionary
Kids Dictionary
Kids Dictionary
Definitions kids understand
Free
$6.99 | 100% OFF

This app offers a safe and calm learning environment for young children to build vocabulary. It provides clear pronunciations, letter-by-letter spelling, and simple definitions, all within a distraction-free interface.

Clear spoken pronunciationLetter-by-letter spellingAge-appropriate definitions
📚 Education
(9)
free with in-app purchases
9
Children's Dictionary
Children's Dictionary
Children's Dictionary
A guide to the world of words
$3.99

This app provides a child-friendly dictionary and thesaurus for students in grades 3-8. It features clear definitions, example sentences, photos, and illustrations to enhance understanding. The app also includes a filter for offensive words and an integrated thesaurus with synonyms and antonyms.

Child-friendly definitionsExample sentences, photos, and illustrationsVulgar words filter
📚 Education
(6)
paid
10
Dictionary for Children (Languages: English, Spanish, German) with Pronunciation presented by Snakestein
Dictionary for Children (Languages: English, Spanish, German) with Pronunciation presented by Snakestein
Dictionary for Children (Languages: English, Spanish, German) with Pronunciation presented by Snakestein
by Ron Schoellmann
$1.99

This picture book app teaches children words in English, Spanish, and German through visually represented terms and pronunciation. It features daily life images across nine categories, with options for individual or combined language playback and subtitle support.

Visual word representationAmerican and Mexican pronunciationEnglish, Spanish, and German languages
🎮 Games
(7)
paid
11
Electronic Dictionary Offline
Electronic Dictionary Offline
Electronic Dictionary Offline
by Andrew Putranto
Free
📚 Education
(0)
12
Smart Dictionary
Smart Dictionary
Smart Dictionary
Learn new English words easily
Free
🔍 Reference
(0)
13
English Dictionary - Offline & FREE
English Dictionary - Offline & FREE
English Dictionary - Offline & FREE
by Thi Vo
Free
📚 Education
(0)
14
Georgian−English dictionary
Georgian−English dictionary
Georgian−English dictionary
by Ilya Mukhortov
Free
📚 Education
(0)
15
English Dictionary 2.0
English Dictionary 2.0
English Dictionary 2.0
Fast and offline dictionary
Free

Enhance your English language skills with a comprehensive offline dictionary. Access over 140,000 words and their meanings, sourced from authoritative definitions. Save favorite words for quick reference and enjoy a user-friendly interface.

Offline access to definitionsOver 140,000 English wordsAuthoritative word definitions
📚 Education
(1)
free
16
Dictionary for Children LITE (Languages: English, Spanish, German) with Pronunciation presented by Snakestein
Dictionary for Children LITE (Languages: English, Spanish, German) with Pronunciation presented by Snakestein
Dictionary for Children LITE (Languages: English, Spanish, German) with Pronunciation presented by Snakestein
by Ron Schoellmann
Free

This picture book app helps children learn new words in English, Spanish, and German through visual aids and pronunciation. It features daily life images across various categories and offers an optional reading game supplement.

Visual word learningMultiple language support (English, Spanish, German)American and Mexican pronunciation
🎮 Games
(22)
free
17
Merriam-Webster Dictionary+
Merriam-Webster Dictionary+
Merriam-Webster Dictionary+
Premium Ad-free Dictionary
$9.99

Access America's leading dictionary with over 15,000 extra entries for people and places. Enjoy offline access, voice search, and daily vocabulary builders. This app offers expert word guidance with a thesaurus and example sentences.

Ad-free experience15,000+ premium entriesOffline dictionary access
🔍 Reference
(22K)
freemium
18
Dictionary - Word Search Lex
Dictionary - Word Search Lex
Dictionary - Word Search Lex
Dictionary for normal Language
Free

Access a professional multilingual dictionary for English, Japanese, and Korean. Get detailed definitions, pronunciations, and example sentences. Save your search history and favorites for offline language learning.

Multilingual definitionsPronunciations and examplesAuto-save history
🔧 Utilities
(1)
ad-supported
19
English Dictionary - Offline
English Dictionary - Offline
English Dictionary - Offline
Offline English Dictionary
Free

A comprehensive offline English dictionary offering in-depth word definitions, usage examples, and rich language data. Explore synonyms, antonyms, pronunciations, and more without an internet connection.

Offline accessDetailed word definitionsUsage examples
🔍 Reference
(7)
free with in-app purchases
20
Czech−English dictionary
Czech−English dictionary
Czech−English dictionary
by Ilya Mukhortov
Free

This app provides a fast and convenient offline Czech-English and English-Czech dictionary. It includes a vocabulary trainer to help users learn new words and offers features like instant search, pronunciation audio, and automatic language detection.

Offline dictionaryVocabulary trainerInstant search
📚 Education
(0)
ad-supported

FAQ about Children Dictionary

What are the best children dictionary apps & games for iPhone?
Dictionary.com: English Words tops our children dictionary apps & games ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 328K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top children dictionary apps & games we rank are free to download, including Dictionary.com: English Words and Merriam-Webster Dictionary.
Dictionary.com: English Words shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 247+ children dictionary apps & games on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app serves as a comprehensive English dictionary and thesaurus, offering over 2 million trusted definitions and synonyms. It aims to help users improve their English vocabulary, understanding, and writing skills through various features.
Key features include access to millions of definitions and synonyms, a 'Word of the Day' to expand vocabulary, example sentences to show word usage, audio pronunciations, grammar tips, and a search history to track learned words.

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