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Description
HoverTranslate – Build Vocabulary with YouTube Subtitle Translation!
Master any language while watching YouTube videos! HoverTranslate is the ultimate vocabulary builder and subtitle translator for language learners. Watch native content with original subtitles and instantly understand every word without interrupting your viewing experience.
Why Language Learners Choose HoverTranslate:
No more pausing videos or switching to dictionaries! Simply hover over any word in YouTube subtitles to see instant translations. Perfect for building vocabulary naturally while enjoying your favorite content.
Key Features for Effective Language Learning:
• Instant Hover Translation: Build vocabulary effortlessly - just hover your mouse over any subtitle word to see its translation immediately.
• Smart Phrase Translation: Learn idioms and expressions! Hold Shift to select and translate entire phrases, or enable "Always enable multiple selection" for easier phrase selection.
• 190+ Language Support: Learn Spanish, French, Japanese, Korean, German, or any language! Translate YouTube subtitles from any language to your native one.
• Auto Language Detection: The extension automatically detects the subtitle language - start learning immediately!
• Multiple Translators: Choose between Google Translate and Bing Translator for the most accurate vocabulary translations.
• Smart Auto-Pause: Videos automatically pause when you hover over subtitles, giving you time to learn new vocabulary without missing content.
• Universal Subtitle Support: Works perfectly with both manual and auto-generated YouTube subtitles.
• Personal Vocabulary Builder: Save new words and phrases to your dictionary with one click! Build your personal vocabulary list while watching. Export your dictionary as JSON or CSV.
• Customizable Interface: Translation tooltips match your YouTube theme or customize to your preference for comfortable learning.
Perfect for:
- Language students expanding vocabulary through YouTube
- Professionals improving business language skills
- Anime fans learning Japanese naturally
- K-drama enthusiasts studying Korean
- Anyone learning languages through immersive content
Open Source & Community Driven:
HoverTranslate believes in transparency and continuous improvement:
- GitHub: https://github.com/kozii-d/hover-translate
- Email: hovertranslate@gmail.com
- Changelog: https://github.com/kozii-d/hover-translate/blob/master/CHANGELOG.md
Start Building Your Vocabulary Today!
Start your language learning journey today! HoverTranslate transforms YouTube into a powerful vocabulary-building tool, helping you progress from basic words to complex expressions naturally.
Install now and transform every YouTube video into a vocabulary-building opportunity!
Reviews (1 cached)
★☆☆☆☆2025-09-03
Elena
im confused on how to use it, i downloaded but it doesnt translate anything??
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Details
| Version | 1.1.10 |
| Updated | Mar 3, 2026 |
| Size | 379KiB |
| First Seen | Mar 28, 2026 |
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