Capture words in real context
Scan directly from a page, select the exact word, and keep context close to the definition.
For readers, language learners, and students
Scan a page. Save words. Remember them longer.
Ousia helps you move from reading to retention: capture text, tap a word, save its meaning, then practice with focused Study and Test sessions.
- Camera OCR + manual word lookup
- Dictionary and translation modes
- Study + Test sessions for recall
Why Ousia
Most vocabulary apps start with word lists. Ousia starts with what you read.
Understand faster
Switch between dictionary and translation modes based on how you learn best.
Remember for the long run
Use Study and Test sessions to turn one-time lookups into lasting recall.
Who it’s for
Designed for real reading habits, from casual learners to study-heavy users.
Readers
Perfect if you often hit unfamiliar words in books and want fast, in-context understanding.
Language learners
Use dictionary mode for depth or translation mode for speed while building active vocabulary.
Self-directed learners
Capture, organize, and practice words in one loop instead of scattered notes and apps.
Students and exam prep
Turn reading-heavy coursework into repeated recall sessions that support long-term retention.
Bilingual professionals
Keep a searchable vocabulary system for words you encounter across languages in daily work.
Teachers and coaches
Recommend a practical workflow learners can use outside class to keep vocabulary active.
Features
Everything from first lookup to long-term recall, in one app.
Book page OCR
Point your camera at text and capture words without retyping.
Tap-to-lookup definitions
Tap a word from scanned text, look it up, and save it instantly.
Dictionary + translation modes
Stay in-source language or translate definitions into your selected target language.
Searchable vocabulary library
Keep saved words organized with search, filters, and sorting.
Study and Test sessions
Train both recognition and active recall with dedicated practice flows.
Sync and portability
Sync with iCloud when available and export your vocabulary from settings anytime.
How it works
From page to memory in three simple steps.
Scan
Capture book text and tap the word you want to keep.
Understand
Save definitions in dictionary mode or translation mode.
Retain
Review in Study and Test sessions to strengthen recall.
Practice modes
Two modes, one goal: durable recall.
Study Mode
Build confidence first with guided review before high-friction recall.
- Reveal definitions clearly
- Reinforce meaning and context
- Build momentum word by word
Test Mode
Challenge memory with active recall and quickly spot weak words.
- Definition-to-word recall
- Fast feedback on accuracy
- Sharpen long-term retention
Vocabulary library
A vocabulary library you can actually use.
Every saved word lands in one clean, searchable library, so you can review what matters instead of losing vocabulary across scattered notes.
- See all saved words in one dedicated list
- Filter by language and sort instantly as your library grows
- Jump from list to Study or Test in seconds
Built for trust
No tracking. Your vocabulary stays portable.
Ousia supports iCloud sync when available and lets you export your vocabulary from settings at any time.
Start with one page today.
Scan, save, and practice words from your real reading flow.
