# Cantonese Guru — Learn Cantonese with ease!

> Comprehensive Cantonese language learning and reference app with structured lessons and custom lists. (iPhone/iPad app by Samuel REAUD.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cantonese-guru/id1639673171 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Samuel REAUD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1552540592)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 464 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Hungarian, Indonesian, Russian, European Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Vietnamese
- Released: 2023-02-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cantonese-guru/id1639673171/reviews.md

## What is Cantonese Guru?

Learning Cantonese Chinese takes time, structure, and consistency.
Cantonese Guru is designed for learners who want to progress seriously and sustainably, from beginner to advanced levels.

Whether you are studying Cantonese at university, preparing for language exams, or learning out of personal interest, the app helps you develop all essential skills at your own pace.

Cantonese Guru works both as a learning app and as a daily Cantonese reference tool, helping you build real, lasting skills.
It fully supports traditional and simplified Chinese characters, as well as Cantonese-specific forms.

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A COMPLETE AND STRUCTURED APPROACH

Cantonese Guru combines active learning, intelligent reviews, and high-quality reference tools to support long-term memorization.

• Vocabulary and Cantonese character study
• Stroke-by-stroke Chinese character writing
• Tone and pronunciation training
• Smart review sessions based on spaced repetition (SRS)
• Listening and reading practice adapted to Cantonese

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CUSTOM & DOWNLOADABLE STUDY LISTS

Cantonese Guru lets you study efficiently with ready-made and personalized content.

• Downloadable word lists inspired by common Cantonese textbooks and learning programs
• Curated vocabulary sets by level and topic
• Create your own custom lists directly from the dictionary
• Focus your study on exactly what you need, at your own pace

This flexible system allows you to work on specific themes, reinforce weak points, or build personalized study paths.

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A SERIOUS LEARNING TOOL, NOT A GIMMICK APP

Cantonese Guru includes:

• A comprehensive Cantonese dictionary (140,000+ entries)
• Search by Cantonese, Jyutping, Yale, or English
• Radical- and key-based character search
• Handwriting input for character lookup
• Customizable word lists and detailed entry information
• Reference tools dedicated to the Cantonese language

The app is used as both a reference and learning tool by students, self-learners, and language enthusiasts who want to progress with method and clarity.

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SUBSCRIPTIONS

Full access to all features requires a subscription.

• 1-week free trial (except lifetime plan)
• Automatic renewal, cancel anytime

Available plans:
• 1 month
• 6 months
• 12 months
• Lifetime (one-time purchase)

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LEGAL INFORMATION

Privacy Policy:
https://www.xamisoft.com/privacy-policy

Terms of Use:
https://www.xamisoft.com/cgu

## Key features

- Vocabulary and character study
- Stroke-by-stroke character writing
- Tone and pronunciation training
- Spaced repetition system (SRS) reviews
- Listening and reading practice
- Customizable study lists
- Comprehensive Cantonese dictionary

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Six Months | $17.99 | per 6 months |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime subscription | $79.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime subscription | $42.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cantonese-guru/id1639673171/reviews.md

### 5/5 — The best tool for Cantonese vocabulary available

*2026-08-02*

As an intermediate Cantonese learner who has tried a large number of different tools to improve my learning, I can confidently say that Cantonese Guru is probably the best tool for learning Cantonese vocabulary currently available. That isn't to say that the app is without problems. 

One of the unfortunate features of Cantonese as a non-standardised language is that resources tend to be sparse, contradictory and sometimes even incorrect. The primary dictionaries that Cantonese Guru uses, called CC-Canto and CC-CEDICT—which I've used before—are open source dictionaries that contain problems such as incomplete definitions or incorrect tones. However, given that these two dictionaries are very commonly used in Cantonese learning software, avoiding them is almost impossible for anyone committed to learning Cantonese. 

Furthermore these problems can be avoided or ameliorated with this app depending on how you structure your flashcards (e.g. creating two separate cards for the words "返" and "嚟" rather than a single flashcards for the compound word "返嚟", the latter of which uses obscure tones for the compound that would rarely be used in practice), and by adding user notes. 

Overall however, in spite of the problems with the dictionaries used, this app remains the best tool I have used for learning Cantonese. I have noticed a significant improvement in my vocabulary and reading comprehension since I have been using it. For that reason, I believe it deserves five stars.

### 5/5 — Très belle application

*2025-04-25*

Il est rare que je note une appli, voir que je rédige un avis ; mais cette dernière est tout simplement une pépite !

Traduction en français des caractères individuels et collectifs (formant le mot en question), écriture de caractères, prononciation avec tons, coin lecture audio avec traduction ; enfin bref tout permettant un apprentissage optimal ! 
Avec un peu de motivation, de la régularité et de la discipline, je pense que c’est largement faisable (même pour moi qui n’ai jamais côtoyé la langue)

En résumé…FONCEZ ✨
Ps : Je songe même à passer au premium hihi

### 5/5 — Brilliant

*2025-02-04*

Genuinely one of the best apps that I’ve ever used for learning to read and write Cantonese. Many useful ways to practice including writing and listening with immediate access to pronunciation guides, traditional as well as simplified characters, cross referencing, etc. it’s all here.

### 5/5 — Well built app

*2024-10-11*

Super polished app and good content. Deserves to be on every Cantonese learners list of apps

### 5/5 — Great for learners

*2023-12-13*

I know how to speak Cantonese, but never learned how to read and write. This app is super useful in learning those characters.

### 4/5 — Ok for flash card system

*2023-11-23*

Works as a flash card system, but works better if you can combine with text that you want to deconstruct and then learn the individual characters.  Example sentences are greatly appreciated to have an idea how the item fits into sentence structure. 

For those of us who don’t know any Mandarin, a number of the definitions don’t make a lot of sense in English. Dictionary function is still in the basic stages.  Pronunciation needs to be set to “online” to access a more accurate definition, however this function works intermittently. 

Good news is that the developers are still making improvements, and hopefully some of the issues will be addressed.

### 5/5 — Thanks to this app I was able to be allowed into my fiancé’s Cantonese family by father-in-law

*2023-10-10*

Thanks to this app I was able to be allowed into my fiancé’s Cantonese family by father-in-law

## Frequently asked questions about Cantonese Guru

### What is the learning methodology of Cantonese Guru?

Cantonese Guru combines active learning, intelligent reviews using a spaced repetition system (SRS), and high-quality reference tools to support long-term memorization and skill development.

### Can I create my own study lists in Cantonese Guru?

Yes, you can create your own custom lists directly from the dictionary. This allows you to focus your study on specific themes, reinforce weak points, or build personalized study paths.

### What kind of content is available for download in Cantonese Guru?

You can download word lists inspired by common Cantonese textbooks and learning programs, as well as curated vocabulary sets by level and topic. This provides ready-made and personalized content for efficient study.

### Does Cantonese Guru support different Chinese character forms?

Yes, Cantonese Guru fully supports traditional and simplified Chinese characters, as well as Cantonese-specific forms, ensuring comprehensive coverage for learners.

### How extensive is the Cantonese dictionary in Cantonese Guru?

The app features a comprehensive Cantonese dictionary with over 140,000 entries. It supports searching by Cantonese, Jyutping, Yale, or English, and includes radical- and key-based character search.

### What are the subscription options for Cantonese Guru?

Cantonese Guru offers a 1-week free trial for most plans. Subscription options include monthly, 6-month, 12-month plans, and a lifetime one-time purchase, with automatic renewal that can be canceled anytime.

### Is Cantonese Guru suitable for absolute beginners?

Yes, Cantonese Guru is designed for learners from beginner to advanced levels. It provides a structured approach to help users build essential skills at their own pace.

### How often is Cantonese Guru updated?

The latest version of Cantonese Guru is 2.3.2, and it was last updated on March 16, 2026. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1.3 — 2026-08-01

Thank you for your comments and suggestions! 
– Reading: vocabulary list, story translation, and comprehension exercises
– Character coloring by tone (customizable colors, optional)
– Bug fixes and improvements

### 3.1.2 — 2026-07-29

Thank you for your comments and suggestions! 
– Reading: vocabulary list, story translation, and comprehension exercises
– Character coloring by tone (customizable colors, optional)
– Bug fixes and improvements

### 3.1.0 — 2026-07-23

Thank you for your comments and suggestions! 
– Reading: vocabulary list, story translation, and comprehension exercises
– Character coloring by tone (customizable colors, optional)
– Bug fixes and improvements

### 3.0.5 — 2026-07-06

Thank you for your comments and suggestions! 
– Reading: vocabulary list, story translation, and comprehension exercises
– Character coloring by tone (customizable colors, optional)
– Bug fixes and improvements

### 3.0.2 — 2026-07-01

Thank you for your comments and suggestions! 
– Reading: vocabulary list, story translation, and comprehension exercises
– Character coloring by tone (customizable colors, optional)
– Bug fixes and improvements

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