Chuj Dictionary

THE WORK BEHIND THE WORDS

About the Project

A growing place to explore Chuj, Spanish, and English words together—with context and room for regional variation.

Explore the dictionary

CURRENT COLLECTION

2,299

entries in the source collection

Why we’re building this

A word becomes more useful when we can see the meaning it carries in context. This project brings a growing collection into a searchable space and keeps the Chuj regional varieties clearly identified as the collection expands.

01 · FIND

Start with a word

Choose English, Spanish, or San Mateo Ixtatán Chuj.

Search or browse alphabetically.

02 · COMPARE

See connections

View the corresponding term in another language.

Some entries include examples.

03 · IMPROVE

Keep learning

Contribute a correction, a missing form, or more context.

Suggestions receive review.

TODAY & TOMORROW

Built to grow

The initial collection pairs English and Spanish with Chuj from San Mateo Ixtatán. San Sebastián Coatán entries are planned as a separate, clearly labeled variety.

Learn about the two varieties →

FUTURE POSSIBILITIES

A resource shaped by its contributors

This work depends on the knowledge of the people who speak, document, and care for Chuj. Contributor names, roles, and source credits will be added to our bibliography and acknowledgments pages.

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Entries are a starting point for learning; usage and meaning depend on context.

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