Wiktionary
APIFree collaborative multilingual dictionary API for word data
Overview
The Wiktionary API (powered by MediaWiki) grants access to community-curated multilingual word data—including definitions, etymologies, pronunciations, part-of-speech tags, and translations. Key endpoints like `action=query` fetch entry details, while `action=parse` retrieves formatted content. Responses support JSON (and XML/PHP). Ideal for building dictionary apps, language learning tools, word analysis platforms, or integrating real-time definitions into educational software, content editors, or chatbots. It covers over 300 languages, leveraging Wiktionary’s global collaborative database.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://en.wiktionary.org/w/api.php')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- REST-like interface
- JSON response support
- No authentication required
- Multilingual coverage (300+ languages)
- Access to definitions, etymologies & translations
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is Wiktionary API free to use?
Yes, the Wiktionary API is free for both non-commercial and commercial use with no hidden costs.
? Does it require an API Key?
No, authentication is not needed for read-only access to public Wiktionary data via the API.
? What is the response format?
The API supports JSON (most common), XML, and PHP arrays; JSON is recommended for easy integration.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Completely free to use
- ⊕ Vast global word data
- ⊕ Community-updated content
- ⊕ Flexible query options
Cons
- ⊖ Rate-limited for high-volume requests
- ⊖ No official service level agreement (SLA)
- ⊖ Nested response structure may require complex parsing