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JBauers
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

Why Does iPhone Dictation Keep Changing "Want To" Into "Wanna" and "Going To" Into "Gonna"?



I'm frustrated with Apple's Dictation repeatedly changing "want to" into "wanna" and "going to" into "gonna." When I dictate a message, I expect my iPhone to transcribe what I'm saying, not substitute informal language I didn't intend to use.


Device: iPhone 17 Pro

iOS Version: 27.0.1


This is especially irritating when composing professional correspondence. Dictation is supposed to save time, yet I'm forced to proofread and correct words that shouldn't have been changed in the first place.


What's particularly disappointing is how long this has been happening. I found an Apple Support Community discussion from January 2024 reporting this exact problem. That discussion is now closed to replies, but the complaints have continued into October 2026.


Here's the earlier discussion:


How to stop iPhone from using “wanna” and… - Apple Community


I've already submitted a formal complaint to Apple. What I haven't found is a reliable solution or any public acknowledgment from Apple specifically addressing these unwanted substitutions.


Why can't users choose to have Dictation preserve their intended wording instead of automatically replacing it with casual expressions?


Has anyone found a reliable solution? I'd also like to hear from others who are still experiencing this problem, particularly those using recent versions of iOS.


After years of complaints, I think it's reasonable to expect Apple to address this and give customers greater control over how their speech is transcribed.


Posted on Oct 21, 2026 9:18 AM

2 replies

SravanKrA
User level: Level 10 (454,138 points)

Oct 21, 2026 9:50 AM in response to JBauers

For example: 


If your iPhone dictation consistently types "Kruse" instead of "cruise," here's how you can correct it:

  1. Train the Dictation System
    1. Use dictation in a text field (like Messages or Notes) and say "cruise."
    2. When it types "Kruse," manually edit it to "cruise."
    3. Repeat this a few times. Over time, the dictation system may learn your preference.
  2. Retrain Siri with your voice. Go to Settings > Siri (or Apple Intelligence & Siri). Tap Talk to Siri, then tap Off. Turn on “Siri” or “Hey Siri” again, then ...Change Siri settings on iPhone
  3. Add a Text Replacement
    1. Go to Settings > General > Keyboard > Text Replacement.
    2. Tap the + button to add a new replacement.
    3. In the Phrase field, type "cruise."
    4. In the Shortcut field, type "Kruse."
    5. Now, whenever "Kruse" is mistakenly typed, it will autocorrect to "cruise."
  4. Check Contact Names
    1. If "Kruse" is a contact in your address book, the system might prioritize it.
    2. Go to Contacts and check for any entries named "Kruse." If it's not needed, consider editing or removing it.
  5. Reset Keyboard Dictionary
    1. If the problem persists, resetting the keyboard dictionary can help:
    2. Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Reset Keyboard Dictionary.
    3. Confirm the reset. Note that this will erase all custom words learned by the keyboard.
  6. Enable Siri Pronunciation Feedback
  7. If "Kruse" is related to Siri misunderstanding you, you can provide feedback:
      1. Ask Siri, "Who is Kruse?"
      2. If Siri shows the incorrect suggestion, say, "That's not how you pronounce 'cruise.'"
  8. Follow the prompts to correct the pronunciation.


SravanKrA
User level: Level 10 (454,138 points)

Oct 21, 2026 9:51 AM in response to JBauers

Choose the correct language where the name is used correclty.


Add a keyboard of the desired language and if the language is supported for dictation then dictation language is automatically added under Settings > General > > Keyboard > Dictation Language


There isn't a strict language division between "Charli" and "Charlie." Both spellings are primarily used in English.


  • Charlie: This is the more common spelling, traditionally used as a masculine name or a nickname for Charles.However, it's becoming increasingly popular as a unisex name.
  • Charli: This is a less common variation, often seen as a more feminine or creative spelling of "Charlie." It can also be a nickname for Charlotte or Charlene.


While some sources suggest a German origin for "Charli," it's not widely recognized and both spellings are considered part of the English language.



Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256380310