Cambridge Dictionary Parser

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Creates flashcards from Cambridge Dictionary entries, automatically fetching definitions, UK/US pronunciations, transcriptions, audio, example sentences, irregular verb forms, related phrases and idioms, primarily for English-Russian.
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Votes
15 (👍 13 · 👎 2)
Updated
2024-12-03
Anki versions
2.1.2~
License
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Languages
Python, JSON
Description language
en

Maintenance

stale

  • Last update or commit: 2024-12-03 (698 days before the snapshot).
  • Forks that may still be maintained: "Cambridge Dictionary Parser for Anki" (790201447), "Cambridge Dictionary Anki Add-on (English Focus Fork)" (1624807104).

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2.1.1–2024-11-29
2.1.2+2024-12-03
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The original addon and its forks. The best value in each column is in bold.

VersionWorks on Anki 26.09.3MaintenanceLast activity VotesApprovalGitHub starsNotes
Cambridge Dictionary Parser this addon original supported stale 3 Dec 2024 👍 13 · 👎 2 62% –
↳ Cambridge Dictionary Anki Add-on (English Focus Fork) (AI-detected; may be wrong) likely stale 5 Apr 2026 👍 1 · 👎 0 21% 2
↳ Cambridge Dictionary Parser for Anki (AI-detected; may be wrong) likely stale 29 Jan 2026 👍 0 · 👎 1 0% –

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Description

Cambridge Dictionary Parser for Anki

This Anki addon allows you to easily create flashcards from Cambridge Dictionary entries. It automatically fetches word definitions, pronunciations (both UK and US), transcriptions, and audio files.

Features

  • Automatically fetches word definitions from Cambridge Dictionary
  • Downloads both UK and US pronunciations
  • Handles irregular verbs with their forms (past tense, past participle)
  • Creates well-formatted Anki cards with:
    • Word definition
    • Transcription
    • Audio pronunciation
    • Example sentences
    • Related phrases and idioms

How to Use

  1. Open Anki
  2. Click "Add from Cambridge" button
  3. Enter the word you want to add
  4. The addon will automatically fetch all information and create a card

Support

The addon currently supports:

  • English-Russian dictionary (primary)
  • English dictionary (fallback)

Requirements

  • Anki 2.1.x
  • Internet connection to access Cambridge Dictionary

Notes

  • Audio files are downloaded directly from Cambridge Dictionary
  • Please use responsibly and in accordance with fair use principles