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Instantly Translate Arabic Words With This Free Chrome Extension
Reading Arabic online is hard without vowels. This free Chrome extension, “Arabic Dictionary,” solves that. Just hover over a word to see its translation, root, and correct tashkeel instantly.
Reading Arabic text online often means guessing the correct pronunciation (tashkeel) or constantly switching tabs to a translator.
A free Google Chrome extension called “Arabic Dictionary” solves this problem, providing instant on-hover translations that show a word’s root and vowels.
This tool is essential for any Arabic learner browse the web.
Why should you use this extension?
Some useful features include:
- It tells you the root.
- It lists words with Tashkeel (ุชูุดููููู).
- It even recognizes foreign proper names, e.g., Donald.
- It is for free!
How can you get it?
You can get the extension on Google Chrome’s webstore. Just search for “Arabic Dictionary” or click here!
The extension should work instantly.
Who is the author?
His name on GitHub is Haikal Zain. He is from Melbourne, Australia. He has won many awards:
- Gold Medal – Australian Informatics Olympiad (Senior)
- Gold Medal – Australian Informatics Olympiad (Intermediate)
- Silver Medal – Asia Pacific Informatics Olympiad
This is what the author says about the extension:
Arabic Dictionary is a brand new take on what a dictionary should be. Say goodbye to endlessly flipping through volumes upon volumes of paperback dictionaries and lexicons. Just hover over an Arabic word, Arabic Dictionary brings you the definition in English, on-the-fly, complete with harakat in a simple, easy to read popup. Works seamlessly on almost all websites, no configuration required! Download now and supercharge your learning today!
Haikal Zain
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Wanna cite this article?
Driรner, G. (2019, March 23). Instantly Translate Arabic Words With This Free Chrome Extension. Arabic for Nerds. https://arabic-for-nerds.com/tools/arabic-dictionary-chrome/
Published: March 23, 2019
Please check the citation before use, especially if your style guide has local requirements.
Publication ISSN: 3055-1730
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Is there a good website for adding tashkeel for Egyptian Arabic?
Great suggestion, thanks Gerald!