The #1 Sailing Dictionary App

Master the Language of the Sea

From bow to stern, from tack to jibe. SailingTerms gives you access to 100+ sailing terms in 2 languages. Perfect for beginners and seasoned sailors alike.

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Bowline

A loop knot that does not slip

Starboard

The right side of a vessel

Jibe

Turning stern through the wind

Halyard

Line used to hoist a sail

Cleat

Device for securing a line

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2+ Languages

Multi-lingual

Features

Everything a sailor needs

SailingTerms is purpose-built for sailors of all levels, from first-time crew members to experienced ocean-crossing skippers.

100+ Sailing Terms

Comprehensive definitions covering rigging, navigation, maneuvers, weather, hardware, and seamanship. All in one place.

2 Languages

Explore sailing vocabulary in English and Turkish, with more languages coming soon.

Instant Search

Find any term instantly with smart, fast search that supports partial matches and multi-language queries.

Quiz Mode

Test your knowledge with interactive multiple-choice quizzes. Get instant feedback and track your score.

Save Favourites

Bookmark the terms you use most and build your personal sailing vocabulary, accessible at a tap.

100+
Sailing Terms
2
Languages
Free
To Download
How It Works

Set sail in four steps

Getting started with SailingTerms takes less than a minute. Here's how it works.

1

Download the App

Get SailingTerms for free on iOS or Android. No account required. Just install and start learning.

2

Pick Your Language

Available in English and Turkish, with more languages on the way. Browse terms in your native language or learn sailing vocabulary in a new one.

3

Browse or Search

Browse the full term list or instantly search for any term you encounter on the water.

4

Master the Sea

Bookmark your favourite terms, build your vocabulary, and sail with confidence knowing every word of the language of the sea.

QuizNavigation
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Question 3

What does "Starboard" mean?

A
The left side of the vessel
B
The front of the vessel
C
The right side of the vessel
D
The rear of the vessel

2

Correct

1

Wrong

2

Left

Correct!

Starboard = right

Quick rounds

< 1 min to play

Quiz Mode

Test your sailing knowledge

Don't just read — practice. The built-in quiz mode turns sailing vocabulary into an interactive challenge. Get instant feedback, track your score, and build real confidence for when it matters at sea.

  • Multiple choice questions with instant feedback

  • Track your score and see how you improve over time

  • Quick rounds covering Rigging, Navigation, Knots and more

  • Quick rounds — test yourself in under a minute

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Free to download — no account required·English & Turkish·iOS & Android