Dayword - Learn Chinese Daily

Dayword - Learn Chinese Daily

Lock Screen Widget, HSK Vocab

13 ratings
8 reviews
Free
With Ads

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Released
August 3, 2026
Updated
October 14, 2026

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Learn Chinese vocabulary effortlessly by glancing at your phone's lock screen. This app offers daily word exposure with pronunciation, meaning, and example sentences, adapting to your HSK level. Track your progress and build a strong foundation for daily communication.

✓Lock screen widgets for daily learning
✓HSK level-aware vocabulary
✓Spaced review system
✓Pronunciation audio and example sentences
✓Progress tracking and streaks
✓Multiple vocabulary decks
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What's New in Dayword

1.0.11

October 14, 2026

New words, right on your lock screen • Word notifications: Dayword can now send you new words throughout the day, in the same order as your widgets. Pick your learning hours in Settings. Smoother reviews • Fixed an issue where tapping "Learn 10 more words" quickly could lose your bonus words. • Your progress now saves more reliably mid-review.

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User reviews

Paywall

Not worth your time if you can’t try it without the trial

Actually works

I’ve been using this app for a few months now and it actually improved my Chinese

So helpful!!!

I have been learning Chinese for years, first in high school. I’ve always struggled staying motivated and feeling like I was making progress. This app is simple but keeps me practicing in a really simple way, and it shows me my HSK level, so I can track how I’m doing. I’m so excited to be practicing and learning again! And for a very reasonable price!!
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Okay, but needs work

Always plays a sound when you complete reviewing a word. It’s painful and impossible to turn off. Please fix this.

Examples are slightly weird (AI) and definitions are not precisely useful because they don’t carry the context of where those words are used (AI pulled). I would recommend waiting/looking elsewhere unless the devs make some changes regarding these topics.
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Paywalled

You have to pay just to use this app and it’s $3/wk or $30 yearly. Basically, you might as well pay $30 if you want to use it, as that makes it 5x cheaper a week. But it’s a subscription model, so you’re on the hook and they can just raise the price whenever they want. I like the idea of this app, but the price/pay-model is prohibitively expensive. There’s not even a trial so you can see if it’s useful which is another big issue.
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Response from developer

Thank you for your feedback. We have added a 7 day trial for new users to test out the app for free!

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FAQ

How does Dayword help me learn Chinese?

Dayword uses your phone's lock screen to display new Chinese vocabulary daily. It includes characters, pinyin, meaning, pronunciation, and example sentences, reinforced through a spaced review system.

What is the HSK level system in Dayword?

Dayword offers a placement check to determine your current HSK level and tailors new vocabulary accordingly. It also includes decks focused on specific HSK levels and general Chinese learning.

Can I use Dayword offline?

The app stores your progress locally, meaning you do not require an account to use it. This local storage allows for offline access to your learning data.

What devices does Dayword support?

Dayword is currently supported on iPhones. The app utilizes lock screen widgets, a feature specific to iOS devices.

How often is Dayword updated?

The latest version of Dayword is 1.0.2, and it was last updated on August 7, 2026. Updates typically occur to improve features and content.

Does Dayword have ads?

Yes, Dayword contains advertisements. As a free app with in-app purchases, ads are part of the user experience.

What is the age rating for Dayword?

Dayword has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The curriculum is family-safe and derived from HSK vocabulary.

How do I manage my subscription for Dayword?

Subscriptions for Dayword can be managed or canceled through your App Store account settings. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current billing period ends.