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Description:
Translate words without ever opening a dictionary

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 2.8@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Productivity

Tags: translation dictionary productivity menu-bar utility

Install: brew install --cask dictionaries

About:
Dictionaries is a streamlined translation utility that provides instant word lookups directly from your menu bar or via a global hotkey. It eliminates the need to open heavy dictionary applications or web browsers, offering quick access to definitions and translations. The tool supports multiple languages and integrates seamlessly into your daily workflow for fast, unobtrusive reference.

Key Features:

Instant menu bar access for quick translations
Global hotkey for word lookups anywhere in the OS
Support for multiple languages and dictionaries
Minimalist, distraction-free user interface

Use Cases:

Quickly translating foreign words while reading documents or browsing
Verifying word definitions during writing or editing tasks

Alternatives:

Apple Dictionary – Native macOS dictionary is powerful but requires opening a separate app, lacking Dictionaries' instant menu bar access.
PopClip – Offers text actions including dictionary lookups, but is a broader text manipulation tool rather than a focused dictionary utility.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 20, 2025 3:42pm	2.8	0	VERSION_BUMP	9f5b9f20
Aug 22, 2025 6:51pm	2.7	0	VERSION_BUMP	fb797089