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Diccionario de la lengua española vs The Free Dictionary
Both stand on online dictionaries. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Choose DLE for free access to a broad general Spanish dictionary with several search methods and linked entries. Readers who need vocabulary in languages other than Spanish should look elsewhere.
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The Free Dictionary brings a broad set of reference materials and vocabulary tools together, with free offline English lookup. Readers wanting ad-free use or more offline languages should note the listed one-time upgrade options.
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| Diccionario de la lengua española | The Free Dictionary | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Android, API, Extension, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Ad-free upgrade: $5.99, paid once |
| Plans published | 1 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | dle.rae.es | thefreedictionary.com |
| On online dictionaries | #6 of 39 | #22 of 39 |
Diccionario de la lengua española: what it does well
- Free access through the website and mobile apps.
- Search words, expressions, and lemmas by several matching methods.
- Entries can include definitions, synonyms, and related-entry links.
- The online dictionary receives successive partial updates.
- Created through collaboration among Spanish-language academies.
What to know first
- The dictionary covers one language.
- Website access still requires an internet connection.
The Free Dictionary: what it does well
- Combines dictionaries, thesaurus, encyclopedias, and references
- English dictionary and thesaurus content works offline
- Bookmarks can sync across devices
- Includes audio pronunciations and example sentences
- Free website and app
What to know first
- The app includes ads and in-app purchases
- Other-language offline dictionaries require Pro
- No free trial is listed
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