Best Pronunciation Dictionary Apps

223+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated June 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good pronunciation dictionary apps. We benchmark 223+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Top Picks for Pronunciation Dictionary

Dictionary.com: English Words#1

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

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
Howjsay Pronunciation#2

Howjsay Pronunciation by Ever10 Ltd

Audio Dictionary
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
4.9😊(1.9K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 Clear and accurate pronunciations
  • 🚀 Extensive word database
  • 💡 Differentiates between British and American pronunciations
  • 👍 Helpful for learning medical/scientific terminology

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Paywall for many words
  • 💰 Yearly subscription model
  • 🐛 Occasional technical issues (crashes, login problems)
Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus#3

Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus by MobiSystems, Inc.

Thesaurus & Offline Vocabulary
Worth Considering
🔍 Reference
4.6😐(28K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#66in Reference
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 Reliable and simple to use
  • 👍 Comprehensive and best for all English, especially rare and aged language
  • 👍 Very useful for learning new words
  • 👍 Excellent reference app

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Glitchy, way too many ads
  • 🔒 Annoying popup ads makes it unusable
  • 🔒 Ads stuck in, despite payment

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(How to) Pronounce
(How to) Pronounce
(How to) Pronounce
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Master pronunciation in multiple languages with this app. Learn correct intonation, adjust speech speed, and compare your pronunciation to native speakers. Essential for language learners and professionals.

Multi-language supportLearn common mispronunciationsPractice phrase intonation
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5
Dictionary Offline - Dict Box
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Free

This app provides an offline dictionary and translator for over 50 languages. It offers smart word suggestions, text translation in other apps, offline pronunciation, and a picture dictionary. An optional premium upgrade unlocks advanced features and an ad-free experience.

Offline dictionary & translator50+ languages supportedSmart word suggestions
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6
Look Up: Pronunciation Checker & Dictionary
Look Up: Pronunciation Checker & Dictionary
Look Up: Pronunciation Checker & Dictionary
by Picup Inc.
Free

This app allows you to check the pronunciation of words, sentences, or paragraphs in various languages. It also provides definitions for unfamiliar words and keeps a history of words you've looked up.

Pronunciation checking for words and sentencesSupport for multiple languages and voicesWord definition lookup
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7
Say It: English Pronunciation
Say It: English Pronunciation
Say It: English Pronunciation
Speak, listen, learn, improve
Free

This app helps you improve English pronunciation by making it visual and interactive. Analyze soundwaves, compare your recordings to native speakers, and receive pronunciation tips. It's designed for learners of all levels to boost speaking confidence.

Visual soundwave analysisInteractive pronunciation guideRecord and compare voice
📚 Education
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8
Merriam-Webster Dictionary
Merriam-Webster Dictionary
Merriam-Webster Dictionary
by Merriam-Webster, Inc.
Free

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.

Offline dictionary accessVoice search for wordsDaily Word of the Day
🔍 Reference
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free with in-app purchases
9
Pronuncian - English Pronounce
Pronuncian - English Pronounce
Pronuncian - English Pronounce
Improve Pronunciation Skills
Free

Master American English pronunciation with this app. Learn the 43 sounds, practice with listen-and-repeat exercises, and improve your speaking skills for exams and daily communication. Works offline and is suitable for learners of all levels.

Learn 43 American English soundsListen-and-repeat practiceOffline functionality
📚 Education
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free
10
inogolo: Name Pronunciation
inogolo: Name Pronunciation
inogolo: Name Pronunciation
Pronounce people & places
Free

Learn the correct English pronunciation for people, places, and things. Access thousands of audio pronunciations and browse categorized guides. Search for specific names or save them to a favorites list for quick reference.

English pronunciation lookupThousands of audio clipsBrowse pronunciation guides
📚 Education
(265)
free with in-app purchases
11
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
🔍 Reference
(4.3K)
free with in-app purchases
12
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
(5)
free with in-app purchases
13
Advanced English Dictionary.
Advanced English Dictionary.
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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
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(238)
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14
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by Hideshi Otsuru
Free

Easily search for highway tolls, routes, travel time, and distance. View detailed results for up to three routes and visualize them on a map. Inputting departure and arrival points is simple, with options for text search, history, or map selection.

Search highway tolls, routes, time, and distanceDetailed results for up to 3 routesMap visualization of routes
✈️ Travel
(1.6K)
free with in-app purchases
15
French best dictionary
French best dictionary
French best dictionary
by Thanh Nguyen Van
Free

This French to English dictionary offers a vast vocabulary with detailed descriptions and numerous examples for each word. Its user-friendly interface and high performance ensure a smooth learning experience, with full pronunciation support for both languages.

Largest vocabularyDetailed word descriptionsNumerous examples
📚 Education
(203)
free with in-app purchases
16
Forvo Pronunciation
Forvo Pronunciation
Forvo Pronunciation
by Forvo Media SL
$2.99

Access a vast library of native speaker pronunciations across over 450 languages. Listen to words, compare accents, and even record your own to help others learn. Improve your language skills with authentic audio from around the globe.

Native speaker pronunciationsOver 450 languages supportedCompare different accents
🔍 Reference
(489)
free
17
English Pronouncing Dictionary
English Pronouncing Dictionary
English Pronouncing Dictionary
18th Edition
Free

This app provides over 230,000 pronunciations for words, names, and phrases in both British and American English. It offers audio recordings by native speakers, learning tools like flashcards, and advanced search functionalities. No internet connection is required for use.

British and American English audio pronunciationsFlash Card Quiz for memorizationFavourites and Search History
🔍 Reference
(23)
free with in-app purchases
18
Merriam-Webster Dictionary+
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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
19
Vocabulary - Learn words daily
Vocabulary - Learn words daily
Vocabulary - Learn words daily
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Expand your vocabulary with daily word learning and engaging games. This app offers customizable learning paths and difficulty levels to suit your English proficiency. Make vocabulary acquisition a fun and effective part of your routine.

Learn new words dailyCustomizable difficulty levelsSelect vocabulary categories
📚 Education
(206K)
free with in-app purchases
20
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)
free