using dictionary

May be there is a problem in dict.org. I have the same problem and try to connect dict.org port 2628 with telnet, but it couldn't connect. I think the server has a problem.

 Thanks Emre AYTAÇ for your assistance.
John

Do you mean the dictionary application that is installed by default in Applications---->Accesories--->Dictionary?

That dictionary requires an internet connection.
Your error could mean that the server is down or that you are having with Internet connection.

If you want a offline dicitionary, I recommend you to install:

StarDict (For Ubuntu or GNOME) http://stardict.sourceforge.net/
QStarDic (if your are using Kubuntu or KDE): http://qstardict.ylsoftware.com/index.php

Both are in the repository, which means that you can install usingn Synaptic Package Manager, Software Center, KPackageKit, or Terminal

You can get extra dictionaries for StarDic or QStarDic at http://www.stardict.org/forum/
The Dictionary should be placed at /usr/share/stardict/dic

Another place where you can download dictionaries for StarDic/QStarDic is at http://reciteword.cosoft.org.cn/stardict-iso/stardict-dic/

thanks Jose', most helpful. It was the default dictionary, I believe it is a server problem. I have nown downloaded dictionary as you suggested.
Regards
John

Hello John.

I just wanted to provide aditional comment:

Another good offline Dictionary is called Artha. It is the one I have been using since Ubuntu Karmic.
[ http://artha.sourceforge.net ]

I believe it is still in Ubuntu's reporitory.

Glad I was able to help you.

Thanks again Jose, I have installed Artha
Regards
John