Best Pronunciation Dictionary Apps

237+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
16 free apps
Updated November 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good pronunciation dictionary apps. We benchmark 237+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Pronunciation Dictionary Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Dictionary.com: English WordsDictionary.com: English WordsFree4.8★ (328K)YesNoNov 2026
2English Phonetic DictionaryEnglish Phonetic Dictionary$1.99—NoNoNov 2026
3Audio Pronunciation DictionaryAudio Pronunciation Dictionary$1.991.0★ (1)NoNoNov 2026
4WordWeb Audio DictionaryWordWeb Audio Dictionary$3.994.8★ (10)NoNoOct 2026
5Look Up: Pronunciation Checker & DictionaryLook Up: Pronunciation Checker & DictionaryFree4.9★ (579)NoYesNov 2026
6Dictionary.Dictionary.Free4.8★ (15K)YesYesNov 2026
7Howjsay English PronunciationHowjsay English PronunciationFree4.9★ (1.9K)NoYesNov 2026
8Chinese - English dictionary full pronunciationChinese - English dictionary full pronunciationFree4.3★ (28)NoYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Pronunciation Dictionary

Dictionary.com: English Words#1

Dictionary.com: English Words by Curiosity Media

Dictionary, Thesaurus, Vocab
Editor's Choice
🔍 Reference
4.8😐(328K ratings)
FreeAds
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Access over 2 million definitions and synonyms to enhance your English vocabulary. This app offers daily new words, example sentences, idioms, rhymes, and audio pronunciations. Improve your writing with grammar tips and explore word origins.

What We Love

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

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent search results and missing definitions
  • 💸 Aggressive ads even after paid upgrades
  • 🤯 Frequent crashes and performance issues
  • 🤔 Confusing layout changes and UI issues
  • 🤷‍♀️ Paid features not always working as expected
English Phonetic Dictionary#2

English Phonetic Dictionary by Huong Nguyen

pronunciation dictionary
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
0.0(0 ratings)
$1.99
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This app offers a comprehensive phonetic dictionary for the English language. It allows users to search for phonetic transcriptions, find words with similar sounds, and hear pronunciations from both British and American speakers. Additionally, it includes a custom IPA keyboard for use across other applications.

Audio Pronunciation Dictionary#3

Audio Pronunciation Dictionary by Thuy Duong

English Pronunciation
Worth Considering
🔍 Reference
1.0(1 ratings)
$1.99
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Learn how to pronounce English words and phrases with audio recordings by real narrators. Explore variations in American, British, and Australian accents, including specialized terms and names. Create custom lists and bookmark entries for easy review.

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FAQ about Pronunciation Dictionary

What are the best pronunciation dictionary apps for iPhone?
Dictionary.com: English Words tops our pronunciation dictionary apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 328K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 16 of the top pronunciation dictionary apps we rank are free to download, including Dictionary.com: English Words and Look Up: Pronunciation Checker & Dictionary.
Dictionary.com: English Words shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 237+ pronunciation dictionary apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.