Cambridge English Dictionary

Access an English dictionary with 140,000 words, phrases, meanings, and examples—drawn from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary, Fourth Edition. This app is trusted by millions of English learners preparing for IELTS, BEC, and Cambridge English exams at First, Advanced, and Proficiency levels.

Every entry includes thesaurus sections showing related words, synonyms, and alternate phrasings for each meaning. This approach helps you build a richer, more nuanced vocabulary as you learn. The dictionary draws from the Cambridge English Corpus, ensuring definitions and examples reflect real-world usage.

Hear native speakers pronounce words in both British and American English. The flash card quiz feature lets you test yourself on new vocabulary, while your Favourites list keeps frequently searched words within reach. A searchable table of English irregular verbs provides quick reference when you need it.

Search with confidence even when uncertain about spelling. The app understands any grammatical form of a word—type a verb conjugation and find the base form instantly. Wildcard search using "?" and "*" symbols helps when you're missing letters. Anagram search reverses scrambled letters to the words you're looking for. If you misspell a word, similar words search suggests alternatives.

Share text directly to the app from web browsers, emails, or other applications to look up definitions on the fly. Copy any word or phrase to your clipboard, then use the clipboard lookup feature to see meanings one by one without leaving your current task.

Try before committing: the free preview shows 50 sample entries so you can explore features and confirm the dictionary meets your needs before purchasing the full version. Cambridge English Dictionary gives you a complete learning toolkit for serious English study.