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dictionaries · v2.9
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Translate words without ever opening a dictionary
brew install --cask dictionaries 16
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Install trend
Trust Score 2/10
✗ Open source +0
✗ Active development +0
✗ Licensed +0
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v2.91mo ago2.8→2.9
Review
Mar 10, 2026Dictionaries is a macOS app that enables quick word translations and spell checking without opening a separate dictionary. It leverages Hunspell dictionaries, making it a valuable tool for writers, developers, and anyone needing seamless language support.
Enables quick word translations and spell checking without opening a separate dictionary.
Maturity: The project has a strong community with 1576 stars and 688 forks on GitHub, though there are 4 open issues and the license is unknown.
Community: Community discussions highlight the app's utility for spell checking and language support, with some concerns about missing words and language coverage.
Pros
- + Quick and efficient word translations
- + Uses reliable Hunspell dictionaries
- + Popular among developers and writers
Cons
- - No auto-updates feature
- - Unknown license status
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