Languages & Translation (43 programs)

1. 

   Tux Typing

   1.5.17

   • 3.1
   • (64 votes)

   Make learning to type for kids fun!

   License

   Free Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   mac

   PROS: Lots of different levels and challenges, Cute cartoon style effects and backdrops, Will definitely improve kids typing skills, Supports a huge number of languages

   CONS: Only works in full screen mode, Word editor doesn't work yet
2. 

   Anki

   2.1.54

   • 4
   • (39 votes)

   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
3. 

   DeepL

   beta

   • 3.5
   • (22 votes)

   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
4. 

   Universal Translator

   2.0.1

   • 2.6
   • (50 votes)

   A free app for Mac, by Nibirutech.

   License

   Free Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   mac
5. 

   TranslateIt!

   14.1

   • 1.6
   • (9 votes)

   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
6. 

   iReadFast

   1.5

   • 4.6
   • (4 votes)

   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
7. 

   Translation Service

   1.2.6

   • 3.1
   • (4 votes)

   Translate in any language

   License

   Trial version Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   mac
8. 

   Ultralingua Dictionary

   6.0.2

   • 1.7
   • (1 vote)

   An excellent English-French-English dictionary

   License

   Trial version Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   mac
9. 

   Thai Dictionary Pro

   1.2

   • 2
   • (No votes yet)

   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.
10. 

    OmniDictionary

    2.0.4

    • 0.9
    • (2 votes)

    A free Mac OS X client for internet dictionary servers

    License

    Free Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    mac
11. 

    Nisus Thesaurus

    1.0.5

    • 2.4
    • (4 votes)

    An excellent thesaurus for Mac

    License

    Trial version Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    mac
12. 

    iKana

    2.0.1

    • 2.3
    • (3 votes)

    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
13. 

    iKanji

    1.2

    • 2
    • (No votes yet)

    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
14. 

    Mate Translate – translator

    5.1.2

    • 2
    • (No votes yet)

    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
15. 

    Lingvo Dictionary

    1.10.2

    • 2
    • (No votes yet)

    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
16. 

    Easy Translator

    8.2

    • 2.6
    • (14 votes)

    Translate 58 languages instantly

    License

    Trial version Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    mac

    PROS: 58 languages to choose from, Print translations instantly

    CONS: Reliability of translations from all languages can't be verified, No auto detect of languages
17. 

    ProVoc

    4.2.4

    • 4
    • (17 votes)

    Easily repeat your vocabulary

    License

    Free Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    mac
18. 

    Learn Chinese Quick

    1.0.1

    • 2
    • (No votes yet)

    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
19. 

    Accordance 12

    12.3.1

    • 2
    • (No votes yet)

    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

    6.0.2

    • 2
    • (No votes yet)

    An excellent English-German-English dictionary

    License

    Trial version Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    mac