Languages & Translation (42 programs)

Anki
4
Free
An alternative way to learn languages
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Unique language learning system. Allows you to add your own cards. Online learning and sharing of cards.
CONS: Not particularly useful for learning grammar. Number of languages is limited.
DeepL
3.6
Free
Your New Language Translation Alternative
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Quick translation. Clean interface. Provides alternative translations for individual phrases, words, and sentences.
CONS: Can only translate up to nine languages.
ProVoc
4
Free
Easily repeat your vocabulary
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Hypercontext
4.4
Free
Translate to Tibetan
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
iReadFast
4.6
Free
A quicker way to read documents and emails
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Easy to use. Allows you to control speed and angle that words appear.
CONS: Hard to adapt to. Didn't speed up my reading time.
Mate Translate – translator
4.9
Paid
Mate Translate – Translator app available from Safari and menu bar
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Translate directly from clipboard content. Enables right-click translation option in most apps. Opens above other apps for ease of use. Synchronizes translations across connected devices.
CONS: Much more expensive than competitor apps. Pop-up window cannot be moved around. Users report bugs with key features. Free alternatives provide similar features.
GhostReader
2.7
Trial version
Text to speech made easy
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Many voices. Good playback. Hotkey activation.
CONS: Multi-windowed interface. Only American and European voices.
Thai Dictionary Pro
4.6
Free
Free and User-Friendly Thai-English Dictionary
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: There is no charge to install this bundle. Only 23.4 megabytes of free memory space is required.
CONS: Thai Dictionary Pro is not as comprehensive as some other paid programs. No mobile version of this software is available.
Word Fireworks: Learn Korean!
4.9
Paid
Improve your Korean knowledge while having fun with fireworks
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Male and female voice-overs will help teach you pronunciations of words. Over 1000 words available to learn to read. Vibrant graphics take your mind off the chore of learning. Many types of fireworks to enjoy, including an option to customise your own.
CONS: Writing too fast may cause the app not to recognise input. Can take time to learn handling of firework launchers. Answers sometimes overlap, leading you to accidentally pick the wrong one. Theme becomes tiresome if you're not passionate about learning the language.
Lingvo Dictionary
4.8
Paid
Useful App for Word Lovers
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Supports seven different languages. Offers translation between languages.
CONS: Requires an internet connection. Only compatible with iOS.
LocFactory Editor
4.8
Trial version
Powerful editor for localisers and translators
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
dict.cc Dictionary Plugin
3
Free
English-German vocabulary always available with a right-click
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Comprehensive dictionary. Dictionary always available with a right click. Works with Spotlight and most core services.
CONS: No phonetic aid or audio samples. No usage advice.
Infovox iVox
3.4
Trial version
New voices for Mac
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Universal Translator
2.6
Free
A free app for Mac, by Nibirutech.
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Word Translator
3.3
Trial version
Translate between up to 12 different languages
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
iKana
2.3
Trial version
Japanese language learning app
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Combines 3 different ways of testing you. Slick, easy to follow interface. Integration with iPhone.
CONS: Not suitable for those who don't like Flash card learning. No way to print Flash cards.
VocMac
4.8
Trial version
Computer jargon dictionary at your fingertips
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Comprehensive guide to IT terms.
CONS: Many terms old and obvious nowadays. Dated interface. Doesn't feature more recent IT terms.
iKanji
4.5
Trial version
Make learning Japanese easier
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Over 16,000 words with English translations. Divided into meanings, reading and writing.
CONS: Doesn't help with grammar. No audio or voice functions.
Ultralingua Dictionary
4.7
Trial version
An excellent English-German-English dictionary
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Nisus Thesaurus
2.4
Trial version
An excellent thesaurus for Mac
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac