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MyDictionary App is a web-based English dictionary application built using React and an API.

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MyDictionary App

MyDictionary App is a web-based English dictionary application built using React and an API. It allows users to search for English words and provides the meaning, pronunciation, synonyms, and related images for the searched words. The application fetches data from a third-party API to provide accurate and up-to-date word information.

Features

  • Search for English words: Users can enter a word in the search bar and the application will fetch the meaning, pronunciation, synonyms, and related images for the searched word from the API.
  • Display word details: The application displays the meaning, pronunciation, synonyms, and related images for the searched word in an organized and user-friendly manner.
  • Pronunciation audio: The application provides an audio pronunciation for the searched word, allowing users to listen to the correct pronunciation.
  • Synonyms: Users can view synonyms of the searched word, which can help them understand the different contexts in which the word can be used.
  • Related images: The application displays related images for the searched word, providing visual context to the meaning of the word.

Technologies Used

  • React: A popular JavaScript library for building user interfaces.
  • API: A third-party API used to fetch word information and related images.
  • HTML: Used for building the structure and layout of the application.
  • CSS: Used for styling the application and providing a visually appealing user interface.

Installation

To run the MyDictionary App locally on your machine, follow these steps:

  1. Clone the repository to your local machine using git clone command.
  2. Navigate to the project directory in your terminal.
  3. Install the dependencies using npm install command.
  4. Start the application using npm start command.
  5. Open your web browser and go to http://localhost:3000 to access the application. Note: Make sure you have Node.js and npm (Node Package Manager) installed on your machine before running the application.

Contributing

If you would like to contribute to the MyDictionary App, feel free to submit a pull request. Any improvements, bug fixes, or additional features are welcome! Please follow the standard coding conventions and guidelines when submitting a pull request.