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Dictionaries (13 programs)

  1. PROS: 400,000 entries. Search history. Excellent usability. Pronunciation help. Offline accessibility. Visual aids.
    CONS: Not all terms have images. Restricted viewing options. Lack of spelling suggestions.
  2. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Has over 230,000 definitions. Easy search. Includes technical words. Simple to use.
    CONS: No pronunciation guide. Interface is too simple. Doesn’t work sometimes.
  3. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Quick access via hotkeys and system tray. All the English locales. Works with rich online dictionary. Show pronunciation, usage and vulgar words.
    CONS: Not tied to a World-acclaimed dictionary.
  4. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Large variety of dictionaries. Special "scan" mode to translate words under the mouse. Fast searching.
    CONS: Large installation file. You can't add new dictionaries.
  5. PROS: Definitions from other Hindi dictionaries can be accessed. Users are provided with an offline mode. so wireless connections are not compulsory.
    CONS: This version is only available for personal computers. There is no pronunciation tool for synonyms and antonyms.
  6. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Easy to use. Works with multiple FreeDict dictionaries. Built-in search capabilities. Lexicons for a range of languages.
    CONS: Not frequently updated. Interface looks old. Documentation page isn’t self-explanatory enough. Offline functionality may not always work seamlessly.
  7. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Large number of languages supported. Free to download and use.
    CONS: Only compatible with Windows. No mobile app available.
  8. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Can be adapted to several different languages. Customizable with downloadable glossaries. Includes support for online dictionaries and personal notes.
    CONS: No material included as a starter. Downloaded glossaries must match program's language settings.
  9. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Support for different types of dictionary. Great for professional translators and language students. Features dictionary manager with support for user profiles.
    CONS: Basic browser functionalities. Not recommended to use as main browser.
  10. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  11. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Support for many languages, in any combination. Can be opened automatically with keyboard or mouse shortcuts. Translate text by selecting it with your mouse.
    CONS: No perfect results (as with any automatic translator). Automatic language detection doesn't work properly.
  12. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows

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