We help sailors speak the language of the sea
SailingTerms is a passion project born from a love of sailing and a belief that every sailor, regardless of experience or native language, deserves a reliable reference at their fingertips.
A dictionary built by sailors, for sailors
Whether you're a weekend racer trying to keep up with the crew, a sailing instructor teaching students from around the world, or an offshore cruiser picking up a new term mid-passage. SailingTerms has you covered.
We started with a simple idea: sailing has its own rich language, and learning it should be easy, accessible, and even fun. That idea turned into the app you're reading about today.
Today SailingTerms is available in English and Turkish, with 100+ termsand a built-in quiz mode — and we're just getting started.
SailingTerms is developed and maintained by Orendasoft Ltd, a software company passionate about building useful mobile apps.
100+
Sailing Terms
2
Languages
How we got here
App launched
SailingTerms first appeared on the App Store as a simple English sailing dictionary.
Turkish added
Following sailor feedback, Turkish language support was introduced, doubling the app's reach.
Quiz mode
Interactive quizzes were added so sailors could actively test and reinforce their vocabulary.
New website
A complete redesign of the app and the launch of this brand-new website.
What we stand for
These principles guide every decision we make — from what terms to add next to how we design each screen.
Accuracy First
Every term in SailingTerms is carefully researched and verified. We never sacrifice accuracy for the sake of content volume.
Built for Everyone
From first-time crew to ocean-crossing skippers, SailingTerms is designed to be useful at every level of sailing experience.
Always Improving
We listen to our users and continuously improve the app, adding new terms, languages, and features based on real feedback.
Made with Passion
SailingTerms was built by people who love the sea. That passion shows in every detail, from the design to the content.
Join thousands of sailors worldwide
Download SailingTerms for free and start mastering the language of the sea today.