# Moonlit Verse — Learn Chinese through poetry

> Learn Chinese through poetry (iPhone/iPad app by 明星 张.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moonlit-verse/id6768858088 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [明星 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/1846353034)
- Category: Education, Books
- Price: $4.99 with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 13 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2026-05-22
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moonlit-verse/id6768858088/reviews.md

## What is Moonlit Verse?

Moonlit 月下

Enter the Chinese language and culture through poetry.

Moonlit is a classical Chinese poetry and literature learning app designed for Chinese learners and lovers of Chinese culture.

Moonlit is free to download and includes selected free content. Full access to the complete content library and premium learning features, including pinyin, audio recitations, author notes, explanations, and cultural background, requires a subscription or in-app purchase.

From the Book of Songs, Tang poetry, Song lyrics, and Yuan drama, to classical prose and works by great writers, Moonlit helps you approach the Chinese world in a more natural and beautiful way: read the original text, follow the pinyin, listen to recitations, learn about the authors, understand the imagery, and gradually discover the culture behind the words.

Moonlit is like a quiet guide to the Chinese language and culture, helping you begin with a poem, a line, or a short passage, and slowly enter the rhythm, sound, and imagination of Chinese.

Learn Chinese through truly beautiful writing

In Moonlit, you can learn Chinese through classical Chinese poetry and literature:

Read the original Chinese text
Follow along with pinyin
Listen to recitations
Understand the meaning of words and lines
Learn about poets and historical background
Explore the imagery, emotions, and culture within the works

You do not need to understand every character at the beginning.

Moonlit helps you start with sound, rhythm, and imagery, then gradually understand how Chinese expresses meaning.

A collection of classic Chinese literature

Moonlit focuses on some of the most representative works in Chinese literature, including:

The Book of Songs
Tang poetry
Song lyrics
Yuan drama
Classical masterpieces
Continuously updated content

You can read works by Li Bai, Du Fu, Wang Wei, Bai Juyi, Su Shi, Li Qingzhao, and many other classic writers. You can also explore the Book of Songs and experience one of the oldest and most graceful forms of Chinese poetic expression.

Designed for international Chinese learners

Moonlit is especially suitable for:

International learners studying Chinese
People who want to improve their sense of Chinese reading
Anyone interested in Chinese poetry
Anyone who wants to learn more about Chinese culture, history, and literature
Learners who enjoy studying language through literature

For daily learning and quiet reading

Moonlit does not try to be complicated.

It is designed to make Chinese learning quieter, more beautiful, and easier to continue.

Why Moonlit

Moonlight is one of the most familiar images in Chinese poetry.

It connects homeland, longing, night, travelers, friends, solitude, and reunion.

Moonlit hopes to be like a gentle beam of moonlight, lighting your way into the Chinese language and culture.

If you are already a native Chinese speaker, Moonlit can also serve as a simple and elegant app for reading and appreciating classical Chinese poetry and literature.

For feedback or suggestions, please contact us: mynameisfung@gmail.com

Privacy Policy: https://moonlitverse.com/privacy-policy/
Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $4.99.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Moonlit Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Moonlit Pro | $19.99 | per year |



## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5 — 2026-08-08

* Improved several layout issues and fixed incorrect pinyin display.
* Fixed issues when accessing shared pages after sharing content.

### 1.4 — 2026-07-12

* Added a new Classics category, including Tao Te Ching, Zhuangzi, Diamond Sutra, Caigentan, and more. More works will continue to be added.
* Improved typography details, layout styles, and refined the reading and listening experience.

### 1.3 — 2026-06-26

* Adjusted subscription pricing and expanded free-tier content
* Added offline download support for audio narration
* Improved overall reading experience and micro-interactions

### 1.2 — 2026-06-23

Unlock more free content: 10 articles under each topic; 
Improved text-to-speech listening experience; 
Add content update history for easier tracking of changes.

### 1.1 — 2026-06-14

* Improved reading layout
* Added browsing by author
* Improved voice playback

## More apps by 明星 张

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All apps by 明星 张: https://appshunter.io/developer/1846353034

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