GoVocab: English Dictionary
Vocabulary Builder
Only for iPhone
Free · Designed for iPhone. Not verified for macOS.
iPhone
tap to hear any word, look up words straight from Safari, and use GoVocab in your own language. 14 interface languages now available.
Look up any English word and get a clear definition written for learners — not for native speakers.
GoVocab is an English dictionary and vocabulary builder for intermediate learners. Every definition is written in simple English, with real example sentences, audio pronunciation, and an explanation in your own language.
WHAT GOVOCAB DOES
• Search any English word and get an instant, easy-to-read definition
• Tap to hear the word pronounced out loud
• See example sentences that show how the word is really used
• Read the meaning in your native language — 14 languages available
• Save words and revise them with spaced-repetition flashcards
• Explore Word Packs — curated word lists for Business English, Travel, Academic Writing, IELTS Preparation, Health and Food
• Track your progress and watch your vocabulary grow
LOOK UP A WORD WHEREVER YOU FIND IT
Reading in Safari, Notes, Messages or Mail? Select the word, tap Share, and choose GoVocab. The definition is waiting for you — no retyping, no switching apps, nothing forgotten.
BUILT FOR INTERMEDIATE LEARNERS
Most dictionary apps are written for native speakers. GoVocab is not. Every definition is checked to be understandable by someone still building their English. No confusing jargon. No definitions that need their own dictionary.
REVISION THAT FITS AROUND EVERYTHING ELSE
Saved words turn into flashcards, scheduled with a proven spaced-repetition system (FSRS) so words come back right before you would forget them. Sessions are short. There is no pressure, and no streak to lose if you skip a day.
YOUR VOCABULARY, NOT A SET LIST
GoVocab does not hand you a word list to memorise. The words that build up are the ones you actually got stuck on — in an article, a novel, a lecture, an email at work.
YOUR LANGUAGE, BUILT IN
Tap any word to read the explanation in the language you think in. And now the whole app speaks your language too — the entire interface is available in Arabic, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), French, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, Thai, Urdu and Vietnamese.
LEARN WITH LUMI
Your friendly guide through GoVocab, here to make learning English feel a little less intimidating.
GoVocab is free. No account needed — open the app and start learning.
Great for ESL and EFL learners, IELTS preparation, university students, and anyone who reads in English and keeps meeting words they don't know.
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Hear every word, and catch words where you find them.
• Pronunciation audio — tap the speaker on any word to hear it said out loud
• Look up from anywhere — select a word in Safari, Notes, Messages or Mail, tap Share, and GoVocab opens with the definition ready
• GoVocab now speaks your language — the whole app interface is translated into 14 languages, not just the word explanations
• A guided first word during setup, so you can see how the app works before you're on your own
• Clearer waiting screen when a brand-new word is being looked up for the first time
• Various fixes and speed improvements
The developer, normaleer, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Linked to You
The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:
- Search History
- Identifiers
- Usage Data
Data Not Linked to You
The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:
- Identifiers
- Diagnostics
Accessibility
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Information
- Seller
- normaleer
- Size
- 48.6 MB
- Category
- Education
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 15.1 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 15.1 or later. - iPod touch
Requires iOS 15.1 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 12.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Copyright
- © 2026 GoVocab