Tibetan Dictionary
by Kharag Edition
Search Tibetan word meanings instantly — free, offline-ready
About Tibetan Dictionary
A free, open-source English-to-Tibetan dictionary app with thousands of word pairs. Search for the meaning of any word, save favourites, get a new vocabulary word every day, and adjust font size and spacing to your liking. Available as an Android app and Chrome extension.
Features
Instant word search
Type any English word and instantly see its Tibetan meaning and definition. Results appear as you type.
Save favourites
Bookmark any word to your personal favourites list for quick access later — great for vocabulary revision.
Daily vocabulary
Get a new Tibetan word every day to steadily build your vocabulary. A perfect tool for learners.
Adjustable font
Customise font size and line spacing so the Tibetan script is comfortable to read on any screen size.
Chrome browser extension
Select any word on any webpage and see the Tibetan translation in a popup — no need to leave the page.
Open source
The full dictionary database and app code are open on GitHub — anyone can audit, fork, or contribute new entries.
Tibetan Dictionary — FAQ
Is the Tibetan Dictionary free?
Yes, the Tibetan Dictionary app and Chrome extension are completely free to download and use. No account, no paywall, and no subscription required.
How many words does the Tibetan Dictionary contain?
The dictionary contains thousands of English-Tibetan word pairs covering everyday vocabulary, traditional Tibetan terms, Buddhist terminology, and modern usage. The open-source database is continuously expanding with community contributions.
Does the Tibetan Dictionary work on iPhone or iOS?
The main app is available on Android (Google Play). iPhone and Mac users can install the Tibetan Dictionary Chrome extension on desktop, which lets you look up Tibetan words on any webpage without leaving the page.
Can I contribute new Tibetan words to the dictionary?
Yes! The dictionary is fully open source. Visit the GitHub repository at github.com/KharagEdition/english-tibetan-dictionary to suggest new words, correct translations, or contribute improvements. Pull requests are welcome.
Does the Chrome extension work offline?
The Chrome extension requires an internet connection to look up words. The Android app supports offline word lookup once the dictionary database is downloaded to your device.
How do I look up a Tibetan word in English?
Open the app or Chrome extension and type any English word into the search bar. Results appear instantly as you type, showing the Tibetan script translation, Wylie transliteration, and definition. You can also save words to your personal favourites list for future reference.
What is Wylie transliteration of Tibetan?
Wylie transliteration is a standardized system for representing Tibetan script using English letters. For example, 'bkra shis' in Wylie represents བཀྲ་ཤིས་ (meaning 'auspicious'). It is widely used by scholars and in dictionaries. The Kharag Edition dictionary shows Wylie alongside Tibetan Unicode so you can understand both the script and its romanized spelling.
What is the difference between Tibetan and English dictionaries?
This app is an English-to-Tibetan dictionary — you type an English word and get the Tibetan translation. It covers vocabulary for everyday communication, traditional Tibetan concepts, and Buddhist terms. For Tibetan-to-English lookup (reading Tibetan text and finding English meanings), additional tools like Monlam dictionary or Rangjung Yeshe are widely used by scholars.
Start exploring Tibetan language tools
Free forever. No account needed.