Duramazwi
Duramazwi
The Shona Dictionary, reimagined
The most comprehensive Shona language app — word meanings, proverbs, idioms & ideophones, with AI-powered context. Free, and works offline.
Everything you need to master Shona
Built for learners, speakers, students and anyone rediscovering the language.
Instant Word Search
Look up any Shona word and get clear, accurate English meanings in seconds.
AI-Powered Context
Example sentences and real-world usage generated by AI, so you learn how words are actually used.
Save Favorites
Build your own personal list of words to revisit and revise whenever you like.
Search History
Never lose a word — every lookup is saved so you can find it again instantly.
Shona ⇄ English Translator
Translate phrases both ways, right inside the app.
Works Offline
No signal? No problem. Keep learning even without an internet connection.
Word of the Day
Grow your vocabulary passively with a new featured word every single day.
Games
Reinforce what you learn with Word Quiz and Word Scramble mini-games.
Browse A–Z
Explore the full dictionary alphabetically, or dive into curated categories.
Take Duramazwi with you
Free to download, works offline, and updated with new words all the time.