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Learn Chinese - Mandarin

Learn Chinese - Mandarin

Speak, read, write, & listen

227 ratings
144 reviews
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 16, 2010
  • March 5, 2018

Features

Developer

Bold Learning Solutions, Inc.
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About

Master Mandarin Chinese vocabulary, stroke order, and grammar with a scientifically optimized learning system. This app uses a spaced repetition algorithm based on your confidence to maximize absorption and efficiency. It offers over 5,500 flashcards, animated stroke order guides, essential phrases, and progress tracking tools.

✓5,500+ flashcards
✓Animated stroke order
✓Essential phrases
✓Customized repetition algorithm
✓Progress tracking
✓Browse and search functions
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Learn Chinese. Based on 227 reviews and a 4.7/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Education app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Efficient learning system
  • 👍Easy to use
  • 🚀Helpful for vocabulary building
  • 👍Convenient for on-the-go practice
  • 🚀Intuitive flashcard system

Negative things

  • 🐛Inaccurate translations
  • 🔊Poor audio quality
  • 💰Paywall for full content
  • 🔍Lack of example sentences
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What's New in Learn Chinese

3.20180228

March 5, 2018

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Bug Fixes

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In-App Purchases

$19.99

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Unlock all the decks in this app to achieve full mastery.

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Two Es

I give it two Es: Entertaining and Educational.
kchanbertskchanberts

I like the setup

I think this app will be very promising to my language study
NguyễnLêAnVy2004NguyễnLêAnVy2004

Simple and easy to use app

The recordings are awesome. It will be nice to have same sentences and a recording feature to train practice ones pronunciation
SHOLASHOLA

Fast learner

This makes it easy in pronunciation
themib3themib3

Good but room for Improvement

It is very good but the point of paying for further learning I don’t like I feel that if they wanted to have a source of income they are better of with ads and then providing a premium to get rid of the ads. Xiè Xiè for letting me learn Mandarin
Tom HoddersTom Hodders
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Reported Bugs

2 issues

Sound not working for some users

Bug

Issues with unlocking full version

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Requested Features

4 requests

Ability to add custom flashcards

Feature

Option to practice writing characters

Feature

More advanced grammar and conversation lessons

Feature

Inclusion of traditional Chinese characters

Feature

FAQ

What does the Learn Chinese - Mandarin app do?

This app helps you learn Mandarin Chinese by focusing on vocabulary, stroke order, and fundamental grammar. It utilizes a scientifically optimized algorithm based on cognitive science principles to repeat flashcards at intervals that maximize your brain's absorption.

What are the key features of this app?

Key features include over 5,500 flashcards covering essential vocabulary and word elements, animated stroke order guides, hundreds of practical phrases for real-life situations, a customized flashcard repetition algorithm, and tools to track your learning progress.

How much does the Learn Chinese - Mandarin app cost?

The app can be demoed for free before purchasing. It operates on a freemium model, allowing users to try out features before committing to a purchase, which is indicated by the presence of in-app purchases.

Who is this app designed for?

This app is designed for anyone who wants to learn Mandarin Chinese efficiently. It's particularly beneficial for busy individuals who want to maximize their study time using a scientifically proven method.

What makes this app different from other language learning apps?

Unlike apps that focus on games or distracting quizzes, this app employs a scientifically optimized algorithm that repeats flashcards based on your individual confidence levels. This ensures your study time is used as efficiently as possible for maximum absorption.