7 of the best translation apps to any language on Android and iPhone
It is really unimaginable to travel without a smartphone, as we use our smartphones as a GPS device, a camera, a way to communicate with others, and many other uses. In a use in itself, especially in foreign countries, you can use your smartphone to translate conversations, as this is done through an application, so your phone can become your personal translator.
In this new article, we will provide you with a selection of the best translation applications, 7 in number, whether on the Android operating system or the other operating system iOS. In order not to prolong it further, we will start with the first application:
1. Google Translate application:
Google Translate is one of the most popular translation services in the world, and you can access more features in the service application from mobile phones, as the application supports more than 100 languages to translate printed or handwritten text, and in fact the application can do more than you think, and when you have to communicate with someone who speaks another language, forget about awkward hand gestures and pointing, as the Google Translate application works for you, and while talking to the application, it repeats what you say in the language of your choice, and when the conversation partner responds, the application translates it back to you.
And let's not forget the offline mode in case you are in an area without internet, where through the application you can first download the language pack you want to translate into, and then without the need for the internet (offline) you can use the application's features, in addition to the translation feature by taking a picture, as the application is also able to extract text. The application is available on both Android and phones that run on the IOS system such as the iPhone and iPad
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2. Microsoft Translate:
Microsoft Translator is another big name in translation apps for Android, iPhone and iPad and offers a simpler interface than the previous app, as four large bubbles float on the main screen of the app, and their functions are fairly clear and are represented by voice translation, conversation translation, image translation and text translation.
What makes Microsoft Translator innovative is its ability to translate your message for a large number of listeners, making it ideal for a presentation. Here's a quick rundown of how to give a speech with Microsoft Translator. After you start the conversation mode, you'll receive a code. Give this code to your listeners, and they can join your conversation. As you speak or type into the app, listeners will see a translation of your speech in their native language. It's worth noting that the language support here is less than Google Translate, but Microsoft's translation is still just as powerful.
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3. Reverso application:
When it comes to supported languages, Reverso is very limited, working with only 11 languages, but it does provide more detailed translation information than other apps. As for how it works, first choose a language and type a word into the search bar. On the results page, the app offers alternatives to that word in whatever language you choose. It also provides several definitions that explain how the word is used in different contexts as well.
Reverso is also a great language learning app, helping you memorize words and translate them, and by selecting the Learn option from the side navigation menu you will put your language skills to the test, after studying the interactive flashcards, see how well you fare on the test.
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4. Papago translation app:
When you open Papago, you will notice an area to type the text you want to translate, along with three colored bars representing your translation options. Here, it supports 13 languages that you can translate via text, voice, and image. When you select the Papago Mini option, you can access the translator while browsing the web, as a small box with an icon will appear in the corner of the browser. All you have to do is copy a large portion of text from a website, and you will receive a complete translation.
In addition to all these features, the app also stores the phrases you use most, gives you access to a dictionary, and translates entire websites.
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5. SayHi App:
SayHi is specifically designed for speech and text translation, which means it is a bit limited in other features, however it supports a variety of languages and a large number of dialects, especially Spanish. In turn, this application makes it easy to have a conversation in another language, by pressing the microphone icon to speak into your phone, or press the icon to open the keyboard, so that your speech or text is translated instantly and appears on the screen as two bubbles with the speaker's words at the top, while the translation is at the bottom. If you want to move your conversation to another place, copy it or choose to share it on Twitter or Facebook, etc.
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6. Dictionary Linguee Dictionary App:
You've probably used Linguee, a reliable translation tool that puts foreign words into context. The app supports multiple languages and allows you to perform bidirectional searches, meaning you can search for translations from English to Chinese or Chinese to English, for example.
Generally, once you type a word into the search bar, Dictionary Linguee will provide you with a definition. This comes from its editorial dictionary, which has been compiled by a team of lexicographers. You will also find results from the translation search engine below the editorial definition, along with other translation features. This app, which is one of the best translation apps, works on Android as well as on iPhones and iPads.
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7. TripLingo App:
It's common to feel like an outcast in foreign countries when you don't know the slang. TripLingo solves this problem by providing translations at different levels of formality. The app supports choosing from a series of predefined phrases, and learning the different ways you can say each one.
TripLingo also provides valuable resources on cultures and jobs as a tool, and there's a feature to learn greeting customs, dining etiquette, local food guides, and more. One of the most important skills you should learn if you're going to travel is how to be careful in dangerous situations. Luckily, TripLingo has that, describing travel warnings and any safety risks in the country you're visiting.
In terms of translation, TripLingo does more than let you translate and learn local slang, it also offers you voice translation and text-to-image translation, even with the app you can learn the language by incorporating it into quizzes and a phrasebook.
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