Why Dictionary Terms Matter
Willow improves accuracy when it knows the words you use the most.
Dictionary terms help with things like:
Names
Industry jargon
Acronyms
Slang
Product names
Any word Willow usually misspells
When Willow recognizes these terms, you’ll spend less time fixing typos and more time dictating smoothly.
How to Add Dictionary Terms
Open the Willow iOS app
Go to the Dictionary tab
Tap the plus (+) button
Add your term
Save it
You can add:
True terms — exact words Willow should learn
Short terms — abbreviations or shortcuts you use
How to Add Term Replacements
If Willow keeps getting a word wrong, you can teach it the correct version.
In the Dictionary tab, tap the plus (+) button
Tap Enable term replacement
Add your Original Text
Add your Replacement Text
Save it
Examples:
Replace “johnathon” → “Johnathan”
Replace “calendar link” → your actual scheduling link
Replace a short keyword → a full template or message
This is especially helpful for repeated emails, support replies, intros, and links.
Viewing Your Dictionary
You can browse your dictionary in four sections:
All Terms
My Terms (your personal terms)
Team Terms (if you’re on a Team or Enterprise plan)
Auto Learning (terms Willow learns automatically)
Synced Across Devices
All your dictionary terms sync across both iOS and Mac. If you add a term on Mac, it instantly shows up on your iPhone. If you add a term on iPhone, it syncs back to your Mac.