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VocaDict helps you build your vocabulary by capturing words in real context. No more word lists out of context.

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serendipity
They experienced a moment of true serendipity when they found the exact book they were looking for in the abandoned cafe.

serendipity

/ˌserənˈdipədē/

The occurrence and development of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way.

"They experienced a moment of true serendipity when..."
Daily Goal
12 words reviewed

You search for a word. You close the tab. You forget it.

Most learners treat dictionaries like an encyclopedia — looking up words and leaving them behind. VocaDict turns your browser into a continuous learning loop by keeping the context alive.

Lost Context

Words learned in isolation are hard to remember. You lose the nuance of how it was actually used.

No Review

Without spaced repetition, your brain simply discards the new vocabulary within a few days.

The VocaDict Fix

We save the exact sentence you were reading and schedule smart reviews so you never forget.

Your study partner, embedded.

Every tool you need without leaving your current tab.

Inline Word Lookup

Highlight any word to instantly see its meaning, pronunciation, and an option to save it. No more switching tabs to check a dictionary.

  • Works on any webpage
  • Audio pronunciation included
  • Saves exact sentence context

ephemeral

/əˈfem(ə)rəl/

Lasting for a very short time.

"Fashions are ephemeral, but true style is timeless."
YouTube Co-learner
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inevitable2:14

"It was an inevitable outcome of..."

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paradigm5:42

"This represents a new paradigm in..."

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YouTube Co-learner

Turn any video into a language lesson. Our side panel tracks subtitles and lets you capture vocabulary seamlessly while watching.

  • Clickable interactive subtitles
  • Auto-pause when looking up words
  • Saves the timestamp and spoken context

Spaced Repetition Dashboard

A dedicated space to review your saved words at the perfect intervals, ensuring they move from short-term to long-term memory.

  • Smart daily review limits
  • Progress tracking and streaks
  • Review with the original context

Spaced Repetition Dashboard

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Mastery LevelLevel 3/5

Everything a learner needs

Built seamlessly into your browsing experience.

Instant word lookup

Select any word on any webpage to instantly see definitions.

Save with context

Words are saved along with the exact sentence you found them in.

Quick translation

Translate difficult phrases without losing your place.

Vocabulary collector

Extract key terms from long articles automatically.

YouTube co-learner

Interactive subtitles and word capture while watching videos.

Recall dashboard

Spaced repetition practice designed for real retention.

Cross-session sync

Your vocabulary travels with you across different devices.

Audio pronunciation

Hear how words are naturally spoken by native speakers.

Why VocaDict works

Stop relying on passive reading. Build active vocabulary habits that lead to true fluency.

Real Context

Learn how words are actually used in sentences, not just isolated definitions.

True Retention

Our spaced repetition algorithm ensures you review words right before you forget them.

Native Material

Turn any website or YouTube video into your personal English textbook.

Momentum

Watch your vocabulary grow daily with clear progress tracking and statistics.

How it works

Four simple steps to mastery.

1

Browse

Read articles or watch YouTube naturally.

2

Select

Highlight any unknown word to view meaning.

3

Save

Click save to capture the word and context.

4

Review

Practice in the dashboard with spaced repetition.

Designed for real learners

Who is using VocaDict?

Students

Preparing for IELTS, TOEFL, or academic papers. Capture vocabulary directly from study materials.

Professionals

Reading industry news and whitepapers. Quickly understand jargon and save it for future meetings.

Self-learners

Watching YouTube essays and reading blogs. Turn daily entertainment into language progress.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does VocaDict do?

VocaDict is a Chrome extension that lets you look up words on any webpage instantly. More importantly, it allows you to save those words along with the sentence you found them in, so you can review them later in a built-in spaced repetition dashboard.

Does it work on any website?

Yes. VocaDict works on virtually any standard webpage. You just highlight the word, and a small tooltip appears with the definition and translation.

Can I use it on YouTube?

Absolutely. VocaDict has a special 'YouTube co-learner' panel that hooks into video subtitles. You can click on subtitle words to pause the video, view the definition, and save it.

Do I need an account?

No account is required to start using VocaDict. All your vocabulary is saved locally in your browser by default. You only need an account if you want to sync your words across multiple devices.

What data is stored?

We store the words you save, the sentence context, and your review progress. If you don't create an account, this data never leaves your device.

Is my browsing history sold or shared?

Never. We do not track, store, or sell your browsing history. The extension only reads the specific text you highlight to provide a definition. Check our Privacy Policy for full details.

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