# Build Own Dictionary

> Create your own dictionaries during learning a foreign language!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/bitasobhani.buildowndictionary](https://chrome-stats.com/d/bitasobhani.buildowndictionary)

## Overview

- **ID:** `bitasobhani.buildowndictionary`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** BitDeveloper
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 43,727
- **Rating:** 3.92 / 5 (473 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.2.8
- **Last updated:** 2026-01-27
- **First published:** 2016-07-19
- **Publisher country:** DE
- **Size:** 6.81 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-25
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=bitasobhani.buildowndictionary)
- **Website:** [https://bitdeveloper.de](https://bitdeveloper.de/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://bitdeveloper.de/PolicyFiles/policy\_build\_own\_dictionary.html](http://bitdeveloper.de/PolicyFiles/policy_build_own_dictionary.html)

## Description

Build Own Dictionary is a powerful Chrome extension designed to assist foreign language learners in creating and managing personalized dictionaries. Users can easily create new dictionaries or import existing ones, add words with translations and descriptions, assign categories, and organize entries through sorting options like alphabetical order, time added, or by category.

The extension features word search capabilities by word, translation, or description, and supports sentence translation based on the user's created dictionaries. Customization options allow adjustments to colors and font sizes for a personalized experience. All dictionaries can be saved as an SQLite database for portability. The premium version unlocks additional features including import/export, detailed descriptions, category assignments, interface customization, sentence translation, and an ad-free experience, making language learning more efficient and enjoyable.

## Rankings

- #318,315 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `bitasobhani.buildowndictionary.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users generally find Build Own Dictionary excellent for creating and managing custom dictionaries, particularly for conlangs. The app is praised for its simplicity and effectiveness. However, multiple users report problems with the premium purchase restoration and pricing. Usability enhancements such as UI customization, better scrolling, and advanced translation features are frequently requested. Some users note issues with duplicate entries, import/export functionality, and interface annoyances like accidental taps on the scroll bar.

### Pros

- Great for creating custom dictionaries and language learning/conlanging.
- Easy to use with a simple and fast interface.
- Allows sorting and searching words effectively.
- Supports multiple dictionaries and easy import of dictionary files in the paid version.
- Provides useful features in the premium version for managing vocabulary.

### Cons

- Premium version is expensive and some users experience issues accessing purchased features after reinstall or factory reset.
- Lacks some usability features such as adjustable UI elements (input box height, theme customization).
- Limited translation functionality; no reverse translation or advanced translator features.
- User interface issues such as accidental tap on scroll bar and inability to scroll text efficiently when editing word descriptions.
- No options to prevent duplicate entries or preview words in a better view; import/export features can malfunction or be confusing.

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