Wake-word detection
A wake-word-detection entityAn entity represents a sensor, actor, or function in Home Assistant. Entities are used to monitor physical properties or to control other entities. An entity is usually part of a device or a service.
[Learn more] allows other integrationsIntegrations connect and integrate Home Assistant with your devices, services, and more.
[Learn more] or applications to detect wake words in streaming audio.
The wake-word-detection entities cannot be implemented manually, but can be provided by integrations such as Wyoming. The API in Assist Pipelines enables wake-word-detection as part of Assist.
Building block integration
The wake-word detection integration cannot be directly used. You cannot create your own wake word entities using this integration. This integration is a building block for other integrations to use, enabling them to create wake word entities for you.