Dictionaries
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Not every dictionary is as good as the next one! The best reference tools offer a precise definition and also sample sentences and synonyms.
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- Learn correct pronunciation when you look up word!
- Use dictionaries on your PC or smartphone!
The best English ↔ English dictionaries:
Online dictionaries
- A well-designed online dictionary that provides synonyms and common expressions along with translations of unknown words. Under the search bar you can choose which language to translate from, the default begin English to German.
- This dictionary from PONS is well-designed and easy to use, and of course provides you with correct translations of English words! Along with translations you can view common phrases and expressions that include the search term.
Ultralingua - Simple and Accurate
A simple but robust dictionary that displays translations of words along with common expressions and phrases. Translate English words into many different languages by choosing a language under the search bar.Bab.la Dictionary - More than Just a Translation
This multifaceted dictionary provides more than just a translation of a search term: you can also view synonyms, listen to audio recordings, and read sample sentences to learn vocabulary better. Choose from over 20 different languages.Linguee - Definitions with Context
Linguee provides translations of words along with many different examples from a database of over one billion translated texts. Using this dictionary, you can see how English words are used in context and better understand how to use new words.Oxford Learner's Dictionary - Monolingual Dictionary
A high-quality online English dictionary. You can search for English words and view a simple explanation of the word (in English) along with sample sentences, explanations, common phrases, and audio pronunciations.Visu Words - Meanings and Association Map
In an interactive, visual map, English words are presented with a network of associated words. A great opportunity to look up words and understand their meanings along with how they are related to other English words.LEO Dictionary - Clear and Comprehensive
This established dictionary with over 803,000 entries is well-organized and easy to use. Every word includes audio playback of the pronunciation and example sentences.
If you'd like to translate multiple words from a text, click "Search in a text" and copy your text into the field. By clicking on individual words in your text, you can quickly find many different translations
By registering for my LEO (also entirely free) you can save vocabulary words to practice later. You can find more information about the vocabulary trainer in the .
Freeware dictionaries for download
LingoPad - Convenient Offline Learning (Windows)
This freeware dictionary for Windows is conveniently available for download and use offline! After installation, you can install your dictionary for English via the dictionary symbol in the menu bar on the left. The dictionary includes over 230,000 entries. By using the keyboard shortcut Alt + F12 you can look up words from your clipboard, making it easy to use this dictionary with other programs.Lingoes - Get Translations Across Multiple Programs
Lingoes is an excellent tool for learning languages, with support for over 80 different languages. After installing, it's possible to look up words in different programmes with simple keyboard shortcuts (see the setup instructions in the and required for certain programs).Wordweb Pro - Offline Dictionary for Most Programs
This downloadable dictionary contains words, definitions, synonyms, and pronunciation instructions. In addition to the offline features, Wordweb also allows you to search for vocabulary using other web reference tools, like Wikipedia.
