Etymology
Etymology is a beautiful pocket dictionary for word lovers — trace the roots, history, and evolution of the words you use every day.
✨ Key Features
- ✓
Roots, prefixes, and suffix breakdowns
- ✓
Historical timelines for each word
- ✓
Beautiful, readable typography
- ✓
Offline-friendly word library
Etymology is designed for anyone fascinated by the origins and stories behind the words we use every day. Whether you’re a student, writer, language enthusiast, or simply curious about language, this pocket dictionary brings the rich history of words to your fingertips in a format that’s both accessible and engaging.
Unlike typical dictionaries, Etymology goes beyond definitions to reveal the roots, prefixes, and suffixes that shape each word. The app’s core value lies in its ability to trace the evolution of language, showing how words have changed over time and what influences have shaped their meanings. With a focus on clarity and readability, Etymology makes exploring language history a pleasure rather than a chore.
The app features detailed breakdowns of word origins, including clear explanations of roots and affixes. Each entry includes a historical timeline, helping users see how a word’s meaning and usage have shifted across centuries. The thoughtfully designed interface uses beautiful, readable typography, making it easy to browse and absorb information. Etymology’s offline-friendly word library ensures you can access your favorite entries anytime, even without an internet connection.
Etymology is especially useful for students looking to deepen their vocabulary, writers seeking inspiration, and anyone who enjoys uncovering the hidden stories behind everyday language. Teachers and language learners will also find it a valuable reference for understanding how words connect and evolve, making lessons more engaging and memorable.
Discover the stories behind the words you use every day with Etymology. Download the app to start exploring language in a whole new way.
🛠️ Built With
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Etymology app?▼
Etymology is a word-history app that reveals the origins, root words, and historical evolution of English vocabulary. Discover how words travelled across languages and centuries to reach modern English.
How does Etymology look up word origins?▼
Type or speak any English word and Etymology searches its curated database of over 200,000 entries to display the word earliest known use, root languages (Latin, Greek, Old English, French, etc.), and how its meaning has shifted over time.
Can Etymology help me improve my vocabulary?▼
Yes. Understanding word roots dramatically accelerates vocabulary acquisition. Etymology groups words by shared roots — knowing that scribe comes from the Latin scribere (to write) helps you infer the meaning of inscribe, prescribe, subscribe, and manuscript.
Does Etymology include a word-of-the-day feature?▼
Yes. The app sends a daily notification with a fascinating word and its full etymological story. You can also browse the word-of-the-day archive to explore past entries.
Is Etymology free?▼
Etymology is free with core lookup features. A premium subscription unlocks the full database, AI-powered word relationships, offline access, and quiz modes.