This tool provides a searchable interface for the CEDICT dictionary originally put together by Paul Denisowksi. Searches can be conducted by Chinese (using either the GB, Big5, or Unicode encodings), pinyin, or English. Results will show the Chinese word, the pinyin representation of the word, and the English definition.

Some points to remember when using this dictionary:

• You can download the dictionary data at the CEDICT website.
• This dictionary is only for words. It will not have phrases (such as "I love you") or names. If you want to find out what your name is in Chinese, please use the Chinese Name Tool.
• Pin yin must have spaces between syllables. Tone numbers are not required (but can help). Only Hanyu pinyin works, Wade-Giles and Yale will not work.
• Case is not important.
• The dictionary is not a translator. It will not translate sentences.
• Make sure your query is spelt correctly.
• There is no profanity in the dictionary.

For a off-line way to search the dictionary, please check out DimSum Chinese Tool.