How to Dictate in Different Languages on Mac

Need to dictate in Spanish, French, or another language? Mac supports dozens of languages for dictation. Here's how to set up and switch between them.

Table of Contents

  1. Supported Languages
  2. Adding Languages
  3. Switching Languages
  4. Language-Specific Tips
  5. Best Practices

Supported Languages

1 Check Available Languages

Voice Anywhere supports 70+ languages. macOS supports 60+. Check which languages you need.

This section covers important information about supported languages. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

Adding Languages

2 Add Languages

In Voice Anywhere, tap the language flag to see all options. In macOS, go to System Settings > Keyboard > Dictation > Languages.

This section covers important information about adding languages. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

Switching Languages

3 Switch Languages

In Voice Anywhere, tap the flag and select your language. It switches instantly.

This section covers important information about switching languages. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

Language-Specific Tips

4 Speak in Target Language

Speak naturally in your chosen language. The system expects that language until you switch.

This section covers important information about language-specific tips. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

Best Practices

5 Practice Pronunciation

Each language has pronunciation patterns. Speaking naturally in that language gives best results.

This section covers important information about best practices. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I dictate in two languages simultaneously?
You need to switch languages between dictation sessions. Mixing languages in one session causes errors.
Which languages work offline?
Apple's on-device processing supports about 20 major languages offline. Cloud processing supports all 70+.
Are accents and dialects supported?
Yes, many languages have regional variants (US English vs UK English, etc.). Select the closest match.

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