# Learn Chinese Vocab + HSK Fast — Mandarin Words & Phrases

> Learn Chinese vocabulary with HSK levels, pronunciation, and translations. (iPhone/iPad app by David Richmond.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-chinese-vocab-plus-hsk-fast/id1565239443 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [David Richmond](https://appshunter.io/developer/329944573)
- Category: Education, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 57 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-06-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-16
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-chinese-vocab-plus-hsk-fast/id1565239443/reviews.md

## What is Learn Chinese Vocab + HSK Fast?

Boost your Chinese vocabulary quickly and easily.

Forget about clunky flashcards or awkward flashcard apps, and don't waste time creating flashcard decks, jump right into learning with 26 essential topics, including HSK 1 - 5 plus lots of useful topics for everyday conversation

Super easy way to breeze through hundreds of characters, just like scrolling through an infinite feed, but you get more out of it!

Try it now, download for free, with lots of free topics included.

Features:
 • Over 9,000 words in 26 topics.
 • Unique and easy way to scan through hundreds of words.
 • Traditional and Simplified characters
 • Hear the words spoken aloud (by the iPhone's built-in speech synthesizer with many different Chinese voices).
 • See the Pinyin pronunciation and English translation.

9,262 Words in 26 Topics:
 • HSK 1-5
 • People - family and relatives
 • Casual Conversation - words and phrases for everyday interactions
 • Shapes & Colors
 • Location & Direction
 • Doppelgängers - Characters that look the same but are completely different
 • Tone Twisters - Change the tone and the meaning is completely different!
 • Time & Date
 • Travel - NEW TOPIC!
 • Food & Drink
 • Cooking & Eating
 • Restaurant Dining - read a Chinese restaurant menu!
 • Clothing
 • Business & Finance
 • Computers & Networks
 • Everyday Items
 • City & Town
 • House & Home
 • Weather & Seasons
 • Earth & Sky
 • The Body
 • Animals

## Key features

- Over 8,600 words in 25 topics
- HSK 1-5 vocabulary
- Unique scrolling word feed
- Traditional and Simplified characters
- Audio pronunciation
- Pinyin and English translation

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HSK 2 (2012) | Free | one-time |
| HSK 3 (2012) | $1.99 | one-time |
| HSK 4 (2012) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Food & Drink | $1.99 | one-time |
| Location & Direction | $0.99 | one-time |
| HSK 5 (2012) | $4.99 | one-time |
| The Body | $0.99 | one-time |
| Everyday Items | $1.99 | one-time |
| Business & Finance | $1.99 | one-time |
| Earth & Sky | $0.99 | one-time |
| Restaurant Dining | $1.99 | one-time |
| City & Town | $0.99 | one-time |
| Computers & Networks | $1.99 | one-time |
| Time & Date | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-chinese-vocab-plus-hsk-fast/id1565239443/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Really convenient way to learn HSK vocab

*2025-11-13*

so easy to use, really convenient way to learn some words when i’ve got time to  kill

### 5/5 — Fantastic App!

*2025-09-01*

Really chill way to review hanzi and learn them.

### 5/5 — Convenient way to learn HSK

*2023-07-14*

This app is so easy to use, I whip it out anytime i’m waiting somewhere to learn some new words.

### 5/5 — Super convenient way to learn HSK

*2023-05-26*

This app is so easy to use, I whip it out anytime i’m waiting somewhere to learn some new words.

### 5/5 — Nice flow

*2023-03-15*

This app has a nice relaxing flow for learning Chinese vocabulary. Additional vocabulary lists are reasonably priced. You can scroll by hand or automatically. Uncomplicated and easy to use.

### 5/5 — Wonderful!  Perfect!  All the sensibility of Oriente and plus!

*2023-02-15, version 3.0*

Laerte Agnelli

### 5/5 — Super convenient way to review HSK

*2022-09-29, version 1.6.4*

this app is so easy to use, i whip it out anytime i’m waiting somewhere to learn some new words

### 5/5 — Clean interface

*2021-07-29*

The app is intuitive to use and is a good way to learn basic Chinese vocabulary.

## Frequently asked questions about Learn Chinese Vocab + HSK Fast

### How many words are included in Learn Chinese Words + HSK Fast?

Learn Chinese Words + HSK Fast includes over 8,600 words spread across 25 essential topics, covering HSK levels 1 through 5.

### What learning methods does Learn Chinese Words + HSK Fast use?

The app features a unique, easy way to scan through hundreds of words, similar to an infinite feed, alongside traditional flashcard elements like pronunciation, Pinyin, and English translations.

### Does Learn Chinese Words + HSK Fast support both character sets?

Yes, Learn Chinese Words + HSK Fast supports both Traditional and Simplified Chinese characters, catering to a wider range of learners.

### Can I hear the words spoken aloud in Learn Chinese Words + HSK Fast?

Yes, the app allows you to hear words spoken aloud using the iPhone's built-in speech synthesizer, offering various Chinese voices for pronunciation practice.

### What HSK levels are covered by Learn Chinese Words + HSK Fast?

Learn Chinese Words + HSK Fast covers vocabulary for HSK levels 1 through 5, making it a valuable tool for exam preparation.

### Is Learn Chinese Words + HSK Fast available on multiple devices?

Learn Chinese Words + HSK Fast is available for iPhone and iPad, indicated by its supported devices list.

### How often is Learn Chinese Words + HSK Fast updated?

The latest version of Learn Chinese Words + HSK Fast is 3.3.12, and it was last updated on March 21, 2026, suggesting regular updates.

### What is the user sentiment for Learn Chinese Words + HSK Fast?

The app has a high rating of 4.5 stars from 8 ratings, indicating positive user sentiment regarding its effectiveness and ease of use.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.0 — 2026-07-26

Now with FAVORITES! Save all the words you want to focus on and skip the ones you know already.

### 3.5.2 — 2026-06-12

• Bug Fixes

### 3.5.1 — 2026-05-26

• Bug Fix

### 3.5 — 2026-05-20

• Track your progress: Now shows accumulated lap counts in the topic and sub-topic lists. Remembers between sessions so you can see where you're getting stronger and which topics you need more practice in.

• Don't lose your place — and don't lose your lap progress: when you exit the river view and return it will remember where you left off, and which mode — sequential or shuffled.

• New river screen header: now shows a random encouragement-type word, e.g. "jia you!", at the beginning. The word shown is randomly taken from words in the sub-topic: Casual Conversation:Cheers.

• UI bug fixes

• Lots of under-the-hood fixes

### 3.4 — 2026-04-21

• New Feature: Instant Advance buttons: to next word w/just one tap. Tired of endlessly flicking your thumb? Now just tap on an up arrow on either side of the screen.

• New Topic: Travel! 

Topic Updates:
• Business & Finance
• Food & Drink
• Cooking & Eating
• Restaurants
• Clothing
• Computers & Networks

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