Best Childrens Dictionary Apps & Games

248+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
17 free apps & games
Updated July 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our childrens dictionary list covers 248+ iPhone apps and games updated through July 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Childrens Dictionary Apps & Games (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Merriam-Webster DictionaryMerriam-Webster DictionaryFree4.8★ (324K)YesYesAug 2026
2Children's DictionaryChildren's Dictionary$3.993.7★ (6)NoNoJul 2026
3Kids Dictionary • Vocab ToolKids Dictionary • Vocab ToolFree1.9★ (9)NoNoJul 2026
4Kids DictionaryKids DictionaryFree was $6.994.6★ (9)YesYesAug 2026
5Word HippoWord HippoFree4.9★ (14K)YesYesAug 2026
6Dictionary.com: English WordsDictionary.com: English WordsFree4.8★ (328K)YesNoAug 2026
7Dictionary - Word Search LexDictionary - Word Search LexFree3.0★ (1)YesNoJul 2026
8WRDZ: Children's DictionaryWRDZ: Children's DictionaryFreeNoNoMay 2026

Top Picks for Childrens Dictionary

Merriam-Webster Dictionary#1

Merriam-Webster Dictionary by Merriam-Webster, Inc.

Editor's Choice
🔍 Reference
4.8😊(324K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#37in 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
Children's Dictionary#2

Children's Dictionary by Wordsmyth LLC

A guide to the world of words
Strong Contender
📚 Education
3.7(6 ratings)
$3.99
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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.

More Childrens Dictionary apps to explore

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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
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
Dictionary.com: English Words
Dictionary.com: English Words
Dictionary.com: English Words
Dictionary, Thesaurus, Vocab
Free

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.

2 million+ definitions and synonymsWord of the DayExample sentences
🔍 Reference
(328K)
free with in-app purchases
7
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
8
WRDZ: Children's Dictionary
WRDZ: Children's Dictionary
WRDZ: Children's Dictionary
Longform dictionary for kids
Free
📚 Education
(0)
9
Kids Maths
Kids Maths
Kids Maths
Early Mathematical Dictionary
Free
📚 Education
(0)
10
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
11
AKids Dictionary - Kids Words
AKids Dictionary - Kids Words
AKids Dictionary - Kids Words
Fun learning for ages 3–10
Free
📚 Education
(0)
12
Picture Dictionary Kids
Picture Dictionary Kids
Picture Dictionary Kids
Visual dictionary for kids
Free
📚 Education
(0)
13
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
14
Dictionary for Kids - Quip
Dictionary for Kids - Quip
Dictionary for Kids - Quip
For English Language Learners
$3.99
📚 Education
(0)
15
Kids Picture Dictionary, Interactive talking vocabulary for children to know first words
Kids Picture Dictionary, Interactive talking vocabulary for children to know first words
Kids Picture Dictionary, Interactive talking vocabulary for children to know first words
by VYAAP TECHNOLOGIES PRIVATE LIMITED
Free

This interactive dictionary for young children uses engaging pictures and sounds to teach over 400 essential words. It helps toddlers improve recognition, vocabulary, and reading skills across English, French, and Spanish.

Over 400 common wordsTeaches English, French, and SpanishInteractive pictures and sounds
📚 Education
(1)
free
16
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
17
Picture Dictionary Kids Game
Picture Dictionary Kids Game
Picture Dictionary Kids Game
First Words for Baby Learning
Free
📚 Education
(0)
18
Persian Dictionary - Dict Box
Persian Dictionary - Dict Box
Persian Dictionary - Dict Box
دیکشنری انگلیسی به فارسی
Free

This offline dictionary and translator app facilitates Persian-English language learning and communication. It offers fast, convenient translations, smart word suggestions, and text pronunciation without an internet connection. Advanced features like a picture dictionary and cross-device sync are available with a premium upgrade.

Offline English to Farsi translationOffline Farsi to English translationSmart word suggestions
🔍 Reference
(86K)
free with in-app purchases
19
WordWeb Dictionary
WordWeb Dictionary
WordWeb Dictionary
Offline ad-free dictionary
Free

This app provides a comprehensive offline English dictionary and thesaurus with fast searching, spelling suggestions, definitions, and usage examples. It offers extensive word data and advanced search filters without requiring an internet connection.

Offline dictionary and thesaurusFast searchingSpelling suggestions
🔍 Reference
(268)
free
20
English to Spelling Dictionary
English to Spelling Dictionary
English to Spelling Dictionary
A to Z Phonetics Alphabet Game
Free
📚 Education
(0)

FAQ about Childrens Dictionary

What are the best childrens dictionary apps & games for iPhone?
Merriam-Webster Dictionary tops our childrens dictionary apps & games ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 324K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top childrens dictionary apps & games we rank are free to download, including Merriam-Webster Dictionary and Kids Dictionary • Vocab Tool.
Merriam-Webster Dictionary shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 248+ childrens dictionary apps & games on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app provides access to America's most respected dictionary, continuously updated with new words and meanings. It's designed for English language reference, education, and vocabulary building, offering features like offline access, voice search, and a thesaurus.
Key features include offline access to definitions and synonyms, voice search, a daily 'Word of the Day,' word games for vocabulary testing, favorite word tracking, and an integrated thesaurus with over 200,000 word choices. It also offers audio pronunciations by real English speakers.