Japanese
authentic ratingJapanese (the Kawa dictionary app) is a Japanese dictionary with built-in flashcards and a basic SRS system. The cards exist but are secondary the main use case is word and kanji lookup. Card settings are limited (you can't choose what to show). The pronunciation feature has been broken for many users for several years, which is critical for language learning. Handwriting kanji input underperforms competitors. No sync between devices.
Store average 4.78 vs text average 4.62, 80% five-star reviews minimal gap, rating is honest. Negative feedback focuses on one specific broken feature (pronunciation), positive feedback is consistent.
What users love
- Large database with example sentences
- JLPT-level sorting
- And SKIP-method kanji lookup. You can create your own lists and study them as cards.
What users hate
- Pronunciation has been broken or unstable for years. No sync between iPhone and iPad. Card content isn't flexibly customizable.
Who it is for
Intermediate to advanced Japanese learners who need word and kanji lookup more than systematic SRS study from scratch.
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