Fetch pronunciation from a Discord reaction
Use one reaction to request pronunciation details for a word in context.
Trigger
Message Reaction Added
Triggered when a reaction (emoji) is added to a message in a monitored Discord channel.
Action
Get Word Definition V2
Tool to retrieve definitions, phonetics, origin, and meanings of a given word using freedictionaryapi v2. use when you need comprehensive lexical data for a specific word.
Why this helps
Pronunciation requests can feel disruptive, so they often remain unanswered.
- Make pronunciation help unobtrusive
- Keep requests tied to context
- Return phonetics quickly
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Discord and Dictionary API in Notis once.
- 2Create an automation named Fetch reacted-word pronunciation.
- 3Tell Notis to read the reacted message, identify the word and return phonetics plus a brief meaning.
- 4Pick Message Reaction Added and choose a report channel.
- 5Test it with one real reaction.
Questions about this workflow
Can the reaction request include a specific word?
Yes. Put the word in the reacted message or mark it clearly.
Will it return definitions too?
Yes, unless you instruct Notis to return pronunciation only.
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Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Discord to Dictionary api. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Discord triggers
Dictionary api actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Get Word Definition V2
Tool to retrieve definitions, phonetics, origin, and meanings of a given word using freedictionaryapi v2. use when you need comprehensive lexical data for a specific word.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
New Discord Message Trigger
Polls a specific Discord channel for new messages.
New Member Joined
Triggered when a new member joins a Discord server (guild) you manage.
Message Reaction Added
Triggered when a reaction (emoji) is added to a message in a monitored Discord channel.
New Thread Created
Triggered when a new thread is created in a Discord channel within a monitored server.
Message Edited
Triggered when an existing message in a monitored Discord channel is edited.
Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
Discord and Dictionary api, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
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