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Free Dictionary API

The Free Dictionary API offers developers free access to comprehensive dictionary data, including word definitions, phonetics, and example sentences, suitable for dictionary apps and educational tools.

Developed by Meet Developer

Live API
99.90%Uptime
200msLatency
3.4kStars
No AuthAuth
NoCredit Card
RESTStyle
v2Version
API Endpoints

Reference for available routes, request structures, and live examples.

Get definitions, pronunciations, and examples for English words

Full Endpoint URL
https://api.dictionaryapi.dev/api/v2/entries/en/{word}
Implementation Example
curl -X GET 'https://api.dictionaryapi.dev/api/v2/entries/en/{word}'
Request Payload
{
  "word": "hello"
}
Expected Response
{
  "word": "hello",
  "meanings": [
    {
      "definitions": [
        {
          "definition": "A greeting."
        }
      ],
      "partOfSpeech": "noun"
    }
  ],
  "phonetic": "həˈləʊ"
}
Version:v2
Limit:Unlimited
Real-World Applications
  • Creating mobile applications for vocabulary lookupsOptimized Capability
  • Building educational tools that require real-time word definitionsOptimized Capability
  • Integrating dictionary features in language-learning appsOptimized Capability
  • Developing chatbots that provide definitions and example usageOptimized Capability
Advantages
  • ✓ Free and open access with no authentication required
  • ✓ Supports detailed dictionary data including phonetics and example sentences
  • ✓ Simple, fast REST API with JSON responses
  • ✓ Wide language support for popular programming languages
Limitations
  • ✗ No official SDKs available
  • ✗ Limited to English language entries
  • ✗ No formal rate limiting documentation may affect predictability under heavy load
  • ✗ Lacks advanced features like synonyms, antonyms, or word origins

FAQs

API Specifications

v2
Pricing Model
Free
Credit Card
Not Required
Response Formats
JSON
Supported Languages
7 Languages
SDK Support
REST Only
Time to Hello World

Less than 5 minutes

Rate Limit

No specified rate limits

Free Tier Usage

Unlimited free access with no authentication or rate limits specified

Use Case: Best For

Developers needing free, quick dictionary data for English words

Not Recommended For

Projects requiring multi-language support or advanced lexicon features

Resources

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