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Dictionary is built by a global community of linguists, developers, translators, and language enthusiasts. Whether you write code, refine definitions, or moderate discussions, your contribution helps millions explore language every day.

✦ Contribution Paths

Find Your Role

Choose how you'd like to help grow and improve Dictionary. Every skill set is valuable.

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Lexicography & Definitions

Help us expand our database of 15M+ words. Review existing definitions, suggest improvements, add usage examples, and verify etymologies using authoritative sources.

Contribute definitions →
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Translation & Localization

Bridge language gaps by translating UI elements, word entries, or community guidelines into your native language. Support our mission to serve 100+ languages.

Join translation team →
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Open Source Development

Contribute to our public repositories. Fix bugs, build features, improve performance, or help maintain our API, mobile apps, and browser extensions.

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Design & UX

Help us create more intuitive interfaces. Contribute design systems, wireframes, accessibility audits, or visual assets for our web and mobile platforms.

Explore design docs →
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Community Moderation

Keep our forums, Discord, and contribution channels welcoming. Review reports, guide new contributors, and help maintain community standards.

Apply to moderate →
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Content & Education

Write blog posts, create video tutorials, design flashcards, or develop language-learning resources that help users get more out of Dictionary.

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✦ Getting Started

How to Begin Contributing

Follow these four steps to set up your account and make your first impact.

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Create a Free Account

Sign up using your email or GitHub/Google account. Free contributors get full access to the contribution dashboard.

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Read the Guidelines

Familiarize yourself with our style guides, coding standards, and community code of conduct to ensure smooth collaboration.

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Pick a Task

Browse open issues, translation queues, or definition requests. Tasks are labeled by difficulty and area of interest.

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Submit & Review

Submit your contribution for peer review. Maintainers will provide feedback, and approved contributions go live automatically.

✦ FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about contributing to Dictionary.

Do I need technical skills to contribute?
Not at all! Dictionary welcomes non-technical contributors. You can help by improving definitions, translating content, reporting issues, moderating community spaces, or creating educational materials.
How are contributions reviewed?
All submissions go through a transparent peer-review process. Depending on the category, your work will be checked by a dedicated team of maintainers or community experts before being published.
Can I contribute as an organization or school?
Yes! We partner with universities, language institutions, and tech companies. Contact our partnerships team to set up group contributions, academic projects, or sponsor open-source maintainers.
Are contributors compensated?
While Dictionary is primarily volunteer-driven, select roles (like full-time maintainers or lead translators) may be eligible for stipends or equity. Many contributors also receive exclusive badges, early access to features, and public recognition.
How do I report a bug or request a feature?
Visit our public issue tracker or use the "Report" button in the app. Provide clear steps to reproduce, expected vs actual behavior, and any relevant screenshots. The team triages reports weekly.

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