iWord: Chinese Words & Culture
Idioms·Offline·6-in-1 Lookup
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Explore over 100,000 Chinese words and cultural entries offline. Enhance your learning with flashcards, quizzes, and word games. Features include idiom meanings, pinyin, origins, and stories, plus tongue twisters and riddles.
What's New in iWord
1.1.0
July 5, 2026
Welcome to iWord 1.1.0 — a major update to how you browse, learn, and manage your favorite Chinese words and phrases. - Browse your way: switch between list, grid, and card layouts. Adjust column count, sort idioms A to Z by pinyin, and use the letter index bar for idioms and xiehouyu to jump faster. - Long-press any entry for quick actions: favorite, read aloud, share, copy, or add it to your review queue — all from one menu. - Favorites got smarter: pin important entries to the top, see meaning previews in the list, and find your saved words faster with the Favorites tab enabled by default. - New quiz modes: test yourself with meaning-to-word, word-to-meaning, or mixed questions, plus a refreshed quiz screen with instant right-or-wrong feedback. - Richer entry details: adjust reading text size from 85% to 125%, tap related idioms to jump instantly, and enjoy clearer highlights when playing idiom chain. - Browse history is here: revisit recent entries in Settings, delete individual items or clear all, and open it quickly from home screen shortcuts. - More home screen shortcuts: choose from 16 actions including quick quiz, recent history, usage guides, and settings — pick your favorite four to show on the home screen. - When iCloud sync is on, your layout, column count, and sort preferences stay consistent across your devices. If you enjoy learning with iWord, please leave a rating on the App Store or share your feedback with us — your support helps us keep making iWord better.
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FAQ
What is iWord?
iWord is a comprehensive, offline Chinese language and culture study companion. It offers a dictionary of over 100,000 entries, including idioms, proverbs, and riddles, along with interactive learning tools like flashcards and quizzes.
Does iWord work offline?
Yes, iWord is designed to be fully offline. You can access its entire dictionary and learning features without an internet connection, making it convenient for study anywhere.
What types of Chinese content does iWord cover?
iWord covers six classic categories: Idioms (chengyu) with detailed explanations, Xiehouyu (allegorical sayings), Tongue twisters, Proverbs, Couplets, and Riddles. It also includes features for learning and remembering vocabulary.
How does iWord help with learning Chinese?
iWord uses spaced repetition flashcards with self-rating, idiom quizzes with instant feedback, and word games like idiom chains (jielong) and Feihualing to reinforce learning and build a study habit.
What devices is iWord compatible with?
iWord is available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac, offering a consistent experience across Apple devices. It supports both Simplified and Traditional Chinese interfaces.
How much does iWord cost?
iWord is a paid application with a one-time purchase price of $0.99. It does not have ads or require an account, and all data is kept private on your device.
Does iWord have ads?
No, iWord is 100 percent offline and does not contain any advertisements. The app is designed for an uninterrupted learning experience.
How often is iWord updated?
iWord was last updated on July 5, 2026, with version 1.1.0. As an independent app, updates focus on enhancing the reading, search, and learning experience based on open data.