Free Allergy / Dietary Requirement Translation Engine
Instantly translate allergen terms, dietary requirements (vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, halal), and essential dining phrases in 15+ languages — with voice playback. Essential for communicating safely abroad.
How to Use
Choose Languages
Select your source and target language from 15 options
Find Your Term
Browse allergens or search for a specific term or phrase
Listen & Copy
Tap Listen for pronunciation or Copy to share the text
Show Staff
Show the translation on your phone to restaurant staff
When to Use It
Menu Reading
Quick lookup when you spot an unfamiliar ingredient on a restaurant menu
Verbal Communication
Copy or speak a phrase to communicate your allergies to restaurant staff
Emergency Situations
Instantly find "I need a doctor" or "Call an ambulance" in the local language
Grocery Shopping
Translate allergen names when reading ingredient labels at supermarkets
Pre-Trip Learning
Study the key allergen terms for your destination language before you travel
Offline Access
Bookmark this page — the tool works offline once loaded on your device
Translation Engine vs. Allergy Card Generator
Translation Engine
- ✓Quick digital lookups on the fly
- ✓Voice playback for pronunciation
- ✓Search any term instantly
- ✓Copy to clipboard to share
- ✗Requires phone access
Allergy Card Generator
- ✓Printable cards to hand to staff
- ✓Works without phone or internet
- ✓Professional, clear layout for kitchens
- ✓Prepare before your trip
- ✗Print only — no copy or audio
Recommendation: Use both! Print allergy cards before your trip, and use the Translation Engine for questions that come up during meals.
Tips for Maximum Effectiveness
Combine with Google Translate
- Copy the translation using the Copy button
- Open Google Translate
- Paste the text and tap the speaker icon
- Use conversation mode to let staff reply
Save to Your Phone
- Look up your most important allergen translations
- Copy them to your phone's Notes app
- Organise by category (allergens, questions, emergency)
- Screenshot for offline access
What's Covered
15 Languages
15 Allergens (EU Top 14+)
Dietary Requirements
Essential phrases for communicating dietary preferences when traveling
Limitations to Understand
Regional Dialects
Translations use standard language; local slang or regional terms may vary
Cultural Context
Some cultures have different concepts of allergen severity — always verify understanding
Menu-Specific Terms
Restaurant jargon and dish names may differ from standard translations
Voice Availability
Text-to-speech depends on your device's language packs — some may need downloading
Always verify understanding with restaurant staff. If they seem confused, try showing your printed allergy card or using Google Translate camera mode on the menu.
Start Translating Now
Select your languages and start translating allergens, dietary requirements, and dining phrases
Pro Tip: Offline Access
Bookmark this page on your phone for quick access while travelling. The Translation Engine works offline once the page is loaded. Voice playback may require an internet connection for some languages depending on your device.