Available on: Mac, Windows, iOS, Android
Flow misspelling names, technical terms, or industry jargon? The dictionary teaches Flow your vocabulary so it recognizes specialized words and corrects persistent errors automatically.
The dictionary is a customizable word list that improves Flow's transcription accuracy for your specific vocabulary. You can add words Flow should recognize — like names and technical terms — or create replacement rules that automatically fix persistent misspellings. Your dictionary syncs across all your devices.
Note: Android supports basic dictionary features (add, edit, delete, search, filter, sync) but does not yet support replacement/correction rules, starring, sorting options, bulk import, or source badges.
Use the dictionary when you want to:
Add names of colleagues, companies, or products Flow doesn't recognize
Teach Flow technical acronyms or industry-specific terminology
Fix a word Flow consistently misspells the same way
Import a large vocabulary list from a CSV file
Dictionary entries work in two ways: vocabulary words are sent to the server to improve recognition during transcription, while replacement rules are applied after transcription to fix specific misspellings.
Word boosting: Vocabulary words (without replacements) improve recognition accuracy for uncommon or specialized terms during transcription.
Misspelling correction: Replacement rules are applied after transcription to automatically swap one spelling for another. The replacement map is also shared with the server during transcription sessions.
Instant availability: Dictionary terms load during app startup and at the beginning of each dictation session — no restart needed after changes.
Cross-device sync: Entries sync automatically between Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android.
Priority order: Personal dictionary words take precedence over team dictionary words when the same word exists in both. Starred words (desktop only) are prioritized over non-starred ones when there are conflicting words or many dictionary items.
Add both singular and plural forms of terms (e.g., "API" and "APIs").
Use misspelling correction for words Flow consistently gets wrong the same way — it's more reliable than just adding the word.
Keep entries concise (60-character limit per word).
Star your most important words so they get higher priority during dictation.
Review your dictionary periodically to remove outdated terms.
Tip: Good candidates for the dictionary include names (colleagues, companies, products like "Lyft" or "FigJam"), technical terms (acronyms like "API," medical/legal terminology), and uncommon words (non-English phrases, internal team terminology).
On iOS and Android, you can jump straight to the Dictionary tab by tapping the link below:
If Wispr Flow isn't installed, you'll see a Download App button that takes you to the Wispr Flow website.
Use the search bar to find specific words. On Mac, press Cmd+F to open it. On Windows, press Ctrl+F. Search matches against both the word and its replacement. Press Escape to close the search bar.
On Android, a search bar is always visible at the top of the dictionary screen. On iOS, there is currently no search functionality — browse the list to find entries.
Mac and Windows
Open the Wispr Flow app.
Click Dictionary in the left sidebar.
Click Add new.
Enter the word or phrase you want Flow to recognize.
Click Save.
Dictate a phrase using your new word. If Flow transcribes it correctly, the entry is working.
iOS
Open the Wispr Flow app.
Tap Dictionary at the bottom of the screen.
Tap the + button.
Enter the word or phrase you want Flow to recognize.
Tap Save.
Dictate a phrase using your new word. If Flow transcribes it correctly, the entry is working.
Android
Open Wispr Flow.
Tap Dictionary at the bottom.
Tap the + button.
Enter the word.
Tap Add.
To edit: Swipe right on the word.
To delete: Swipe left and confirm.
Note: Android does not support replacement/correction rules, starring, or sorting options.
Starring a word gives it higher priority during dictation. When Flow encounters conflicting words or has many dictionary items, starred words are recognized first.
Click the star icon next to any dictionary entry on Mac or Windows. The star fills in to show it's active. To remove the star, click it again.
If Flow keeps transcribing a word incorrectly (e.g., "Draught" instead of "Draft"):
Go to Dictionary and click Add new (or tap + on iOS).
Enter the correct spelling (e.g., "Draft").
Toggle on Correct a misspelling.
Enter the wrong spelling Flow keeps producing (e.g., "Draught").
Click or tap Save.
Dictate a phrase that would trigger the misspelling. If Flow now produces the correct spelling, the replacement is active.
Note: Each word can only have one replacement rule. To change a misspelling correction, edit the existing entry rather than creating a new one.
Words imported from a CSV file appear in your Vocabulary list and can have a correction added to them.
Open Dictionary and find the imported word. Look for the upload icon next to the entry.
Click the entry to open it.
Toggle on Correct a misspelling.
Enter the incorrect spelling Flow keeps producing.
Click Save.
Mac and Windows
To edit: Click the entry to open it, make your changes, and click Save.
To delete: Click the trash icon next to the entry.
iOS
To edit: Tap the entry, make your changes, and tap Save.
To delete: Swipe left on the entry and tap Delete.
On Mac and Windows, all users see tabs (All / Personal / Shared with team), but the team tab shows an upgrade prompt for non-team users.
On iOS, team plan subscribers see filter tabs (All / Personal / Team) at the top of the dictionary. Non-team iOS users see a flat list with no filters.
On Android, enterprise users see filter chips (All / Personal / Shared with team). Non-team Android users see a flat list with no filters.
Use the sort options to change how your dictionary list is ordered:
Starred first: Brings starred words to the top, with ties broken by most recently modified
Newest first: Most recently added entries appear at the top
Oldest first: Earliest entries appear at the top
Alphabetical (A-Z): Entries sorted alphabetically
Your sort preference is saved automatically. On iOS, words are always sorted by most recently modified. Android does not have sort controls.
Long-press a dictionary entry to see the context menu, which includes Copy, Edit, Delete, and (for team users) "Move to team dictionary." Select Copy and a "Word copied to clipboard" confirmation appears. When a replacement is set, the correct spelling (not the misspelling) is copied.
Go to Settings → Experimental and enable Bulk Import.
Return to the Dictionary page and click Import.
Select a CSV file with one column (vocabulary words) or two columns (misspelling/correction pairs).
Maximum file size is 3MB. Maximum 1,000 entries per import. Duplicate entries are automatically skipped. Rows with more than two columns are skipped.
Bulk Import supports both dictionary words and snippets. When team features are enabled, a "Share with Team" toggle lets you import directly into the team dictionary.
After importing, all words from the CSV file appear in your Vocabulary list with an upload icon to indicate they were bulk-imported. You can add or edit corrections for any of these entries at any time.
Adding a colleague's name
Problem: Flow transcribes "McKenzie" as "Mackenzie"
Solution: Add "McKenzie" to your dictionary
Result: Flow now recognizes "McKenzie" when you speak it
Fixing a persistent misspelling
Problem: Flow keeps transcribing "Draft" as "Draught"
Solution: Add "Draft" with Correct a misspelling enabled, entering "Draught" as the misspelling
Result: Flow automatically replaces "Draught" with "Draft" after transcription
Adding technical acronyms
Problem: Flow transcribes "API" as "A.P.I." or "a pie"
Solution: Add both "API" and "APIs" to your dictionary
Result: Flow recognizes both singular and plural forms correctly
Bugs fixed in recent updates
The following issues have been fixed in recent versions of Wispr Flow. If you experience any of them, update to the latest version:
"Add to Dictionary" button stays visible after typing to replace a selection on iOS
Dictionary and Snippets tabs appear empty after launching the app on iOS
Proper nouns and other words not being extracted correctly during dictation
Dictionary words appearing on the Snippets screen (or vice versa) after syncing on Android
App crashes when browsing the dictionary, snippets, or language list
App crashes when a word appears in both personal and team dictionaries
To resolve any of these:
Update Wispr Flow to the latest version.
Restart the app after updating.
What's the difference between adding a word and correcting a misspelling?
Adding a word helps Flow recognize it during transcription — vocabulary words are sent to the server for improved recognition. Correcting a misspelling replaces one word with another after transcription and is applied locally. Use misspelling correction when Flow consistently produces a specific wrong spelling.
How do team dictionaries work?
On Team, Business, and Enterprise plans, admins can create shared dictionary entries that apply to all team members automatically. Individual users can still add personal entries. If the same word exists in both your personal and team dictionaries, your personal version takes precedence.
Can I export my dictionary?
There is no built-in export feature. Contact support if you need to migrate a large dictionary.
Dictionary entries have a 60-character limit.
Each word can only have one replacement rule.
Bulk import is available on Mac and Windows only (maximum 1,000 entries per import, 3MB file size limit).
The server enforces a limit of 40 manual dictionary entries per user.
Android has a 200-word vocabulary cap.
There is a cap on how many vocabulary words are sent to the server for word boosting per session.
Entries sync across all devices automatically.
Team dictionaries require a Team, Business, or Enterprise plan.