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Languages & Translation (79 programs)

  1. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Easy to use, robust and versatile. Comes with a range of virtual keyboards. Equipped with online and offline dictionaries. Supports translations through speech and image text recognition.
    CONS: Translate button fails to appear at times. Paste input options are limited.
  2. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Quick translation. Clean interface. Provides alternative translations for individual phrases, words, and sentences.
    CONS: Can only translate up to nine languages.
  3. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Present tons of keyboard layout. Customize your own keyboard layout. Supports keyboard shortcuts. Built-in dictionary for smart input feature.
    CONS: Suggests odd words in smart input function sometimes.
  4. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Translate on-screen text instantly. Prompt and easy translation. Efficient OCR engine. Supports translation for numerous languages.
    CONS: Unreliable translation source. Source text must be in English.
  5. PROS: Support for more than 40 languages. Automatic source language detection. Several ways to insert text. Lets you create a custom dictionary.
    CONS: You need to be online.
  6. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Translates both ways. Word meanings provided. The app uses a widely respected dictionary. Automatic language recognition.
    CONS: Only English and French supported. Not all words offer audio examples. Requires over 125 MB of space. Free for a limited period only.
  7. PROS: This type of freeware is not associated with any type of download charge. English-to-Tamil and Tamil-to-English translations are both available options.
    CONS: Newer operating systems such as Windows 10 are not currently supported. Any translated text cannot be saved under additional formats such as PDF.
  8. PROS: Translate websites directly from the app. No expertise needed. Accurate translations. Fast response time.
    CONS: Translations can sound robotic at times. No verbal pronunciation guidance. Only 60 languages are supported for translation. Not all browsers are supported.
  9. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Support for many different languages. Lets you search encyclopedias, databases and other sites. Very easy to use.
    CONS: Extra dictionaries must be downloaded from the Babylon site. Tries to make considerable changes on installation.
  10. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Good English dictionary with useful tools. One-click word definition while browsing.
    CONS: Poor translation tool. Definition function fails frequently. Overly similar to Babylon.
  11. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Includes several grammatical tools in one. Instantly checks documents. Auto or manual correct.
    CONS: Accuracy can be hit and miss. Dictionary of languages is limited.
  12. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  13. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  14. PROS: Simple and easy to use. large selection of languages. Translation options for idioms and phrases. Uses very little system resources.
    CONS: Application is not updated on a regular basis. Interface requires some updating. Translations can sound very direct and unnatural at times. No ability to save frequently used words/phrases.
  15. PROS: Displays translations and subtitles simultaneously. Has a pop-up dictionary. Indicates important words. Can slow down dialogue.
    CONS: Limited platform availability. Prone to crashing. Difficult to work with.
  16. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
  17. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Trusted brand. Well designed. Covers most common translation needs. Excellent for a learner / holidaymaker.
    CONS: Lacks the learning options of e.g. Google Translate. Not ideal for academic / specialist use. Less useful to those with advanced knowledge. Cost might put you off, considering availability of free translation online.
  18. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows

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