Python Dictionary get() Method

Example

Get the value of the "model" item:

car = {
  "brand": "Porsche",
  "model": "911",
  "year": 1963
}
x = car.get("model")
print(x)

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Definition and Usage

The get() method returns the value of the item with the specified key.

Syntax

dictionary.get(keyname, value)

Parameter Value

Parameter Description
keyname Required. The key name of the item from which you want to return a value.
value Optional. Returns a value if the specified key does not exist. Default value None.

More Examples

Example

Attempt to return the value of a non-existent item:

car = {
  "brand": "Porsche",
  "model": "911",
  "year": 1963
}
x = car.get("price", 15000)
print(x)

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