E
Explain Selected
Free3.1
84 Reviews•extExplain Selected enhances web browsing by offering instant definitions, explanations, and audio pronunciations for selected text. It uses ChatGPT to provide accurate meanings based on context, making it ideal for learning new vocabulary and understanding complex terms.
Writing & Text ToolsEducation & LearningUtility Tools
What is Explain Selected?
Explain Selected is a browser extension that uses ChatGPT to provide instant definitions, audio pronunciations, and personalized explanations for selected text. It helps users understand unfamiliar words, slang, and technical terms by leveraging contextual disambiguation, making it particularly useful for words with multiple meanings.
Core Technologies
ChatGPTContextual DisambiguationMerriam-Webster Dictionary Integration
Use Cases
- Understand unfamiliar words while browsing
- Quickly access word definitions and pronunciations
- Learn specific meanings based on context
- Memorize and share new vocabulary
Our Benefits
- Instant access to definitions and explanations
- Accurate contextual meanings
- Audio pronunciations for words
- Personalized vocabulary learning
- Easy sharing of selections
Key Features
- Instant Merriam-Webster Dictionary definitions
- Personalized explanations for slang and technical terms
- Contextual disambiguation for words with multiple meanings
- Save selections to a personal list
- Share selections with friends
How to Use
1
Select any word or phrase on a web page.
2
Click the purple circle that appears.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Provides instant definitions and explanations
- Uses contextual disambiguation for accurate meanings
- Offers audio pronunciation
- Allows saving and sharing of selections
- Helpful for understanding slang and technical terms
Cons
- Requires installation as a browser extension
- May not work on tabs opened before installation without a refresh
- Does not work on Chrome Web Store pages
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I use Explain Selected?
Select any word or phrase on a web page and click the purple circle that appears.
Why isn't Explain Selected working on some of my tabs?
Refresh tabs that were open before installing the extension to use it.
Does Explain Selected work on all websites?
No, extensions do not work on Chrome Web Store pages.