Languages & Translation (42 programs)

1. 

   Anki

   • 3.9

   • 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.
2. 

   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.
3. 

   Universal Translator

   • 2.6

   • Free

   A free app for Mac, by Nibirutech.

   License

   Free Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   mac
4. 

   ProVoc

   • 4

   • Free

   Easily repeat your vocabulary

   License

   Free Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   mac
5. 

   Just Translate

   • 1.8

   • Trial version

   Google Translate desktop translator for 50 languages

   License

   Trial version Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   mac

   PROS: Automatic detection of languages. Supports more than 50 languages. Spell checks. Exports text.

   CONS: Only uses Google Translate. Text length limited. Not very innovative.
6. 

   poEdit

   • 0.7

   • Free

   Translate your applications painlessly

   License

   Free Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   mac

   PROS: Clear logical interface. Edits .po and .pot files.

   CONS: No way to delete entries.
7. 

   TranslateIt!

   • 1.6

   • Trial version

   Flexible and highly customizable translator

   License

   Trial version Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   mac

   PROS: Hover over word to translate. Multilingual. Consult in-built dictionary. Word quiz and flash cards. Supports Firefox, Thunderbird and Office.

   CONS: Hover window pops up everywhere.
8. 

   Ultralingua Dictionary

   • 1.7

   • Trial version

   An excellent English-French-English dictionary

   License

   Trial version Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   mac
9. 

   Learn Russian Quick

   • 4.8

   • Free

   Free App for Language Lovers

   License

   Free Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   mac

   PROS: Comes with excellent Russian audio. Special quizzes and flash cards.

   CONS: The interface is rather dull. Emphasis on in-app purchases.
10. 

    Learn Arabic Quick

    • 4.8

    • Free

    Learning Basic Arabic Made Simple

    License

    Free Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    mac

    PROS: Simple and intuitive. Various word categories.

    CONS: Not for learners with advanced requirements. May not help with spoken Arabic.
11. 

    Learn Chinese Quick

    • 4.8

    • Free

    Learn Chinese Quick - Quickly Build Up Your Vocabulary in Chinese for Free

    License

    Free Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    mac

    PROS: Includes paid upgrade with 4,500 words. Includes English, pinyin, traditional and simplified text for every word. Includes both Mandarin and English pronunciation. Useful categorisation and search functions.

    CONS: Free version only comes with 200 words. Users report inability to open app. Includes no learning tools beyond vocabulary flash cards. Clunky, dull UI.
12. 

    Lexikon Widget

    • Free

    Free Swedish to English translation widget

    License

    Free Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    mac

    PROS: Translates both ways. Provides dictionary definitions.

    CONS: Doesn't support cut and paste. Doesn't support long texts.
13. 

    LiveDictionary

    • 3.1

    • Trial version

    Add an instant dictionary to your Safari

    License

    Trial version Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    mac
14. 

    LocFactory Editor

    • 4.8

    • Trial version

    Powerful editor for localisers and translators

    License

    Trial version Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    mac
15. 

    Nisus Thesaurus

    • 2.4

    • Trial version

    An excellent thesaurus for Mac

    License

    Trial version Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    mac
16. 

    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.
17. 

    OmniDictionary

    • 0.9

    • Free

    A free Mac OS X client for internet dictionary servers

    License

    Free Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    mac
18. 

    Ultralingua Dictionary

    • 4.7

    • Trial version

    An excellent English-German-English dictionary

    License

    Trial version Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    mac
19. 

    Accordance 12

    • 4.7

    • Free

    Free Software Application to Enhance Biblical Studies

    License

    Free Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    mac

    PROS: A number of condensed biblical dictionaries are included. Offers Hebrew terminology. Daily devotional readings can be accessed. Additional international languages are offered.

    CONS: Accessing some features will require a registration. Not all international languages are covered. Memory requirements of 154.7 megabytes could impact some systems. Those with 32-bit processors may encounter a handful of functionality issues.
20. 

    Ultralingua Dictionary

    • Trial version

    An excellent English-Portuguese-English dictionary

    License

    Trial version Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    mac