Best English Audio Dictionary Apps

208+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

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18 free apps
Updated May 2026

Looking for free english audio dictionary apps? 18 of our 208+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Top Picks for English Audio Dictionary

English Audio Dictionary#1

English Audio Dictionary by Softwares

Listen sound and work offline
Editor's Choice
🔍 Reference
4.6😊(269 ratings)
Free
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This app provides a comprehensive offline English dictionary with audio pronunciations for 180,000 words. Users can listen to words and their meanings in various accents, adjust playback speed and pitch, and even input their own text for pronunciation. It offers advanced search options and works entirely without an internet connection.

What We Love

  • 🎵 Audio pronunciation feature with multiple accents
  • 📚 Comprehensive word definitions with practical examples
  • 🆓 Free app with no subscription required
  • 📱 Offline functionality without internet connection

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Audio/sound not working on some devices
  • 📢 Intrusive ads covering search interface
  • 🔊 Sound only works with headphones, not speakers
Dictionary.com: English Words#2

Dictionary.com: English Words by Curiosity Media, Inc.

Dictionary, Thesaurus, Vocab
Strong Contender
🔍 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#3

Merriam-Webster Dictionary by Merriam-Webster, Inc.

Worth Considering
🔍 Reference
4.8😊(320K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#38in 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

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Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus
Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus
Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus
Thesaurus & 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
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5
Advanced Dictionary&Thesaurus
Advanced Dictionary&Thesaurus
Advanced Dictionary&Thesaurus
English dictionary with Audio
Free

This comprehensive English dictionary and thesaurus offers precise definitions, synonyms, antonyms, and related words. It features intelligent search tools, offline audio, and customizable themes to enhance your language learning experience.

140,000+ definitionsSynonyms, antonyms, and related wordsOffline audio pronunciation
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6
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
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7
Howjsay Pronunciation
Howjsay Pronunciation
Howjsay Pronunciation
Audio Dictionary
Free

This app provides accurate audio pronunciations for over 180,000 words and phrases, using professionally recorded human voices. It covers a wide range of vocabulary, including specialized terms and heteronyms, ensuring you can pronounce any word correctly. Access your pronunciation history and save favorites for quick reference.

180,000+ recorded words & phrasesHuman voice audio playbackComprehensive dictionary coverage
🔍 Reference
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8
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
(85)
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9
Arabic Dictionary - Dict Box
Arabic Dictionary - Dict Box
Arabic Dictionary - Dict Box
قاموس انكليزي عربي
Free

This app provides offline English-Arabic and Arabic-English translation and dictionary services. It offers smart word suggestions, text pronunciation, and the ability to translate text within other applications. An optional premium version unlocks advanced features and an ad-free experience.

Offline English-Arabic translationOffline Arabic-English translationSmart word suggestions
🔍 Reference
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freemium
10
Fastdic - Fast Dictionary
Fastdic - Fast Dictionary
Fastdic - Fast Dictionary
English/Persian Translator
Free

This app offers comprehensive English/Persian translation and dictionary services, supporting over 250,000 words with online and offline access. It also includes AI-powered writing assistance, voice and image translation, and pronunciation guides.

English/Persian Dictionary & Translator (Online & Offline)AI Grammar Improvement & ParaphrasingVoice and Image Translation
🔍 Reference
(6)
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11
English Dictionary - LDOCE PRO
English Dictionary - LDOCE PRO
English Dictionary - LDOCE PRO
English Dictionary Offline
$14.99
$26.99 | 44% OFF

This comprehensive English dictionary app provides over 2 million definitions, synonyms, and corpus-based examples to help you understand and use English naturally. It includes a thesaurus, collocations dictionary, and grammar support to enhance your vocabulary and writing skills.

Over 2 million definitions and synonyms165,000 corpus-based examplesThesaurus with 18,000+ synonyms/antonyms
📚 Education
(2.2K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Advanced English Dictionary+
Advanced English Dictionary+
Advanced English Dictionary+
American English Dictionary
Free

This app is a comprehensive American English dictionary designed for learners. It features extensive vocabulary, clear definitions, and practical examples to enhance understanding and usage. Users can access audio pronunciations, explore related terms, and save words for future reference.

Extensive vocabulary and phrasesUsage examples and collocationsAmerican English pronunciation with audio
🔍 Reference
(886)
free with in-app purchases
13
WordReference Dictionary
WordReference Dictionary
WordReference Dictionary
by WordReference.com, LLC
Free

Access a comprehensive suite of dictionaries and translation tools for multiple languages. Explore conjugations, synonyms, and a vast forum with millions of answered questions. This app provides quick access to extensive language resources.

Extensive multilingual dictionariesVerb conjugatorsSynonym finder
🔍 Reference
(5)
ad-supported
14
Vietnamese Dictionary PEnglish
Vietnamese Dictionary PEnglish
Vietnamese Dictionary PEnglish
English Vietnamese Dictionary
Free

This comprehensive app offers an offline English-Vietnamese dictionary with extensive word explanations and sentence translation. It also provides tools for vocabulary learning, exam preparation, and practicing all four language skills through games, videos, and grammar lessons.

Offline English-Vietnamese dictionaryVocabulary learning with gamesExam preparation and mock tests
📚 Education
(18K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Advanced English Dictionary.
Advanced English Dictionary.
Advanced English Dictionary.
English Dictionary & Thesaurus
$2.99

This comprehensive English dictionary and thesaurus offers offline access to millions of words, definitions, pronunciations, and etymologies. Explore word connections, sample sentences, and discover new vocabulary with advanced search and unique features.

Extensive word database (4.9 million words)High-quality audio pronunciations (US, UK, AU)Advanced search technology
🔍 Reference
(238)
paid
16
English Learners Dictionary
English Learners Dictionary
English Learners Dictionary
Oxford Dictionary English
Free

Access a comprehensive Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary with definitions, examples, and pronunciation. Search words offline, track your history, and bookmark favorites. Improve your English with this detailed and interactive resource.

Offline dictionary accessAudio pronunciationsSearch history
📚 Education
(245)
free
17
English Dictionary: LMDict
English Dictionary: LMDict
English Dictionary: LMDict
Dictionary English Offline
Free

Enhance your English vocabulary and grammar with a comprehensive offline dictionary. It offers extensive definitions, natural language examples, collocations, synonyms, and pronunciation guides for both British and American English.

Offline English dictionaryIntegrated grammar and thesaurusCollocations dictionary
📚 Education
(875)
free with in-app purchases
18
Google Translate
Google Translate
Google Translate
Text, Photo & Voice Translator
Free

Instantly translate text, voice, and images between hundreds of languages. Features include offline translation, real-time conversation translation, and the ability to save frequently used phrases.

Text translationOffline translationInstant camera translation
🔍 Reference
(83K)
free with in-app purchases
19
English Dictionary : Offline
English Dictionary : Offline
English Dictionary : Offline
English to English Vocabulary
Free

Access a comprehensive English to English dictionary with over 150,000 words and their meanings, all available offline. Test your vocabulary with interactive quizzes and save favorite words. Features include speech-to-text, text-to-speech, and word sharing.

Offline English to English dictionary150,000+ words and meaningsVocabulary quizzes
📚 Education
(572)
free with in-app purchases
20
Cambridge English Dictionary
Cambridge English Dictionary
Cambridge English Dictionary
for Advanced Learners, 4th ed.
Free

This comprehensive dictionary app provides definitions, pronunciations, and thesaurus entries for over 140,000 words and phrases. It offers advanced search capabilities, learning tools like flashcards and quizzes, and offline access. Ideal for English learners preparing for exams.

British and American English audio pronunciationsSMART Thesaurus for related words and phrasesFlash Card Quiz for memorization
🔍 Reference
(270)
free with in-app purchases