dict.cc is an online dictionary for looking up translations across language pairs, including English-German and English-French. Its vocabulary is maintained by volunteer contributors, and users can suggest, correct, or confirm entries; participation in corrections does not require registration. The web dictionary is free for private and business use. The maker says the iPhone, iPad, and Android apps include the complete vocabulary for offline use. Desktop users do not get dict.cc’s own offline software, but can download the vocabulary database as a text file for personal use. The Mac download page lists a third-party dictionary plugin for Mac OS X 10.5 and later, with separate downloads for 10.5 and 10.6. The FAQ offers code to add a search field or an iframe-based translation box to another website. It says automated server-side parsing is not allowed and that no API is available or planned. The privacy page says cookies support settings, vocabulary lists, and login status, while registered-user details, postings, and trainer lists are kept permanently.
Who it is for
It suits people seeking a free web dictionary or mobile vocabulary for offline lookup. Users who need automated server-side access should note that parsing is not allowed and no API is available or planned.
What is good
- Free web use for private and business purposes
- Mobile apps provide the complete vocabulary offline
- Users can suggest and correct entries without registering
- Offers code for adding lookup to another website
What to know first
- No dedicated offline software for desktop PCs
- No API is available or planned
- Registered-user details and postings are stored permanently
Verdict
dict.cc pairs free online lookup with community-maintained entries and offline mobile vocabulary. Desktop offline use and automated access are limited, so check those constraints if they matter to your workflow.
dict.cc plans and pricing
All plansCompared on online dictionaries
- Free plan
- Yes
- Audio pronunciation
- Yes
- Usage examples
- Yes
- Translation lookup
- Yes
- Offline access
- Yes
- Mobile apps
- ios_android
- Languages covered
- 26
