Declan's Chinese Dictionary

Declan's Chinese Dictionary, in its latest version 1.5.3801, is an invaluable tool for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the Chinese language. Developed by Declan Software, this program falls into the Education category, specifically the Reference subcategory. It's a shareware application, making it accessible to users before committing to purchase.

The program's strength lies in its use of the comprehensive 20,000-word CEDICT Chinese-English dictionary database. Users will find the ability to search using Pinyin searches, with or without tone numbers, extremely helpful. Additionally, the dictionary supports both Simplified and Traditional Chinese, catering to a wide range of learners.

For those using Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, and 11, Declan's Chinese Dictionary is compatible and ensures a smooth experience. The program installation and execution are straightforward through the files cedict_installer.exe, and dcdict.exe. Whether you've come across Declans Chinese Dictionary in other versions like 1.5 or 1.2, this latest version offers improved features.

One of the standout features is the character reference database, which provides detailed information such as radical data, stroke count, and more for each character selected. The integration with the Windows clipboard is another impressive feature, allowing users to easily paste characters, their pronunciations, or meanings into other applications.

Furthermore, users can export custom word lists to Declan's Chinese FlashCards XFL files, adding another layer of personalized study. This flexibility and depth make Declan's Chinese Dictionary not just a dictionary, but a comprehensive learning tool.

Pros:

• Comprehensive CEDICT Chinese-English dictionary database
• Supports both Simplified and Traditional Chinese
• Flexible Pinyin searches
• Detailed character reference database
• Easy export of custom word lists to FlashCards
• Full integration with the Windows clipboard

Cons:

• The shareware license might not appeal to those looking for completely free options

For those looking to download a robust Chinese dictionary and study tool, Declan's Chinese Dictionary is hard to beat.

It is not possible to confirm if there is a free download for this software available on the developer's website. According to the results of the Google Safe Browsing check, the developer's site is safe. Despite this, we recommend checking the downloaded files with any free antivirus software.

You may want to check out more software, such as Declans Korean Dictionary, Declan's Korean Dictionary or Declan's Chinese FlashCards, which might be related to Declan's Chinese Dictionary.