A dictionary with nothing extra.
Minimalist Dictionary gives you the 5,000 most common English words in a calm, simple design. No feeds, no pop-ups, no noise. Just the word, what it means, and how to say it.
SPIN, PICK, LEARN
Turn the wheel to choose a letter. Turn it again to choose a word. Tap the arrow, and the word is there: a clear definition, its pronunciation and an example sentence. Looking up a word feels quick and easy, and browsing feels like turning pages.
THE WORDS THAT MATTER MOST
You don't need 200,000 words to speak English well. You need the right ones. Minimalist Dictionary focuses on the 5,000 words you will see and hear most often, chosen from well-known CEFR word lists and sorted by how common they are.
THREE LEVELS
Pick the level that fits you, and the wheel shows only those words:
- Basic (A1–A2): 1,500 everyday words
- Intermediate (B1–B2): 2,000 words for work, study and travel
- Advanced (C1): 1,500 words for fluent reading and writing
Switch levels any time in Settings.
CLEAR DEFINITIONS
Every definition is written in plain English, at the level of the word. No long entries, no confusing grammar notes. Each word comes with an example sentence that shows how it is used in real life.
HEAR IT, SAY IT
Every word has its American English pronunciation in IPA. Tap to hear it spoken with your iPhone's built-in voice, even in silent mode.
SEARCH
Know the word you want? Type it and go straight to it.
WORKS OFFLINE
All 5,000 words are inside the app. No internet connection, no account, no sign-up. Use it on a plane, on the subway or anywhere else.
LIGHT AND DARK
Choose a light or dark look to match your phone and your eyes.
GOOD FOR
- English learners building a strong core vocabulary
- Students preparing for exams
- Anyone who wants a fast, clean dictionary without distractions.
Minimalist Dictionary: fewer words, better learned.
