English - Khmer is an offline dictionary for English-to-Khmer translation, available as a free, ad-supported tool on iOS.
The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
The app serves users who need language reference tools without constant internet connectivity, but the current data quality fails to support effective learning.
For Students and language learners requiring English-to-Khmer translation tools with offline capabilities.
What does it look like?
Key features
Provides Khmer translations for over 30,000 English words.
Dictionary functionality remains accessible without an active internet connection.
Audio-based pronunciation guide for English terms.
How much does it cost?
The ad-supported model relies on high-volume dictionary lookups to generate revenue.
Velocity
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The app has reached a zombie state, with no updates or feature releases in over 1,900 days. Development activity has been non-existent for several years, indicating the project is no longer supported. There is no evidence of ongoing maintenance or operational activity.
Who built it?
Karan Kharyal
10 apps tracked · Education
User Sentiment
What do users think recently?
Recent user voice shows a frustrated sentiment.
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
What users say, by theme
- Inaccurate word translations and incorrect Khmer script usage frustrate users attempting to learn new vocabulary
1 of 1 recent reviews analyzed · limited sample
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Competitive landscape for English - Khmer
How's the Education market?
English - Khmer holds a static position in the Education category, with no updates since 2021 and a 3.5-star rating based on a limited sample.
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Key takeaways for English - Khmer
Where is it heading?
The language learning market is shifting toward community-verified, frequently updated databases that offer higher accuracy than static dictionaries. English - Khmer remains exposed due to its stale content and lack of development, which will likely lead to further decline in user trust and engagement.
- Users report: The lack of updates since 2021 signals a maintenance-only posture, which allows competitors to capture the market with more accurate data.
- Reported translation errors drive negative sentiment, which compounds the risk of user churn in a competitive education category.
The SWOT
- Offline dictionary access removes connectivity dependency
- Database audit to correct translation quality
Next best moves
Audit Khmer vocabulary database because translation errors are the top complaint → improve user retention
The counter-intuitive read
The app's offline-first architecture is a potential asset…
Read the full takeSince the last report: The product remains in a dormant state with no updates or feature changes since 2021. The only material shift is a more critical framing of the app's inability to generate repeat ad revenue due to persistent data inaccuracies.
Bottom line
English - Khmer requires a database audit to address translation errors, as the current data quality is the primary driver of negative sentiment. If the developer cannot commit to a content refresh, the app will continue to lose relevance against active, community-driven language tools.
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Is English - Khmer accurate for learning new words?
Does English - Khmer work without an internet connection?
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Sources
- [1] App Store, source
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