# Yong — Plain Chinese learning tool

> Chinese character learning tool with AI translation and stroke order practice. (iPhone/iPad app by Yuqi Li.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yong/id1573106056 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Yuqi Li](https://appshunter.io/developer/1573106058)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 75 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2021-06-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yong/id1573106056/reviews.md

## What is Yong?

A Simple & Clean Chinese Dictionary / Chinese Learning Tool

永 (pinyin: yǒng, "forever", "permanence").
It was traditionally believed that the frequent practice of "永" as a beginning calligrapher could ensure beauty in one's writing. So if you can write "永",  you are able to write all Chinese Characters.

- AI Translator
- Support Mdict(mdx), one of the most popular dictionary format.
- Support Dark mode.
- Stroke order practice, 8k+ Chinese characters.
- Save new words to the bookmark.

## Key features

- AI Translator
- Mdict dictionary format support
- Dark mode
- Stroke order practice
- 8,000+ Chinese characters
- Bookmark saved words

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yong/id1573106056/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Needs offline translation mode

*2024-01-27*

Could you please offline mode for both the dictionary and translator?I would certainly give it 5 stars if you do

### 3/5 — interesting added features

*2022-09-05*

Version 1.6.0 gets rid of the bugs that crippled the previous version . Links to added features are now clearer. Although the dictionary itself is a rather simple one, the option to add other dictionaries is interesting, as are the added web links. A page with guidance to practise writing the characters is a very nice feature, I remember better after writing them a few times

### 5/5 — nice

*2022-07-30, version 1.3.0*

very good for learning strokes

### 5/5 — Best app ever to start learning

*2021-12-23, version 1.0.1*

I’ve just started and this is amazing!!
A+++

### 5/5 — Thanks for your work

*2021-06-22, version 1.0*

very light app, easy to use, love the part to write by hand

## Frequently asked questions about Yong

### What is Yong?

Yong is a plain Chinese learning tool designed to help users learn and practice Chinese characters. It features an AI translator, stroke order practice for over 8,000 characters, and supports the Mdict dictionary format.

### Does Yong have ads?

No, Yong does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free experience for users.

### What devices does Yong support?

Yong is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible for Apple users across different platforms.

### How many Chinese characters can I practice with Yong?

Yong provides stroke order practice for over 8,000 Chinese characters, offering a comprehensive resource for learners.

### Can I save words I learn in Yong?

Yes, Yong allows you to save new words to your bookmark. This feature helps you keep track of vocabulary you want to review later.

### What is the age rating for Yong?

Yong has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger learners.

### When was Yong last updated?

The latest version of Yong was released on October 28, 2022. It was initially released on June 21, 2021.

### What is the user rating for Yong?

Yong has a rating of 4.0 stars based on 3 user ratings, indicating generally positive user feedback.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7.1 — 2022-10-28

- Minor bug fixes
- Document assistant
- Removed auto-read clipboard for iOS16

### 1.6.0 — 2022-09-04

- Added Web Assistant
- Minor bug fixes

### 1.5.1 — 2022-08-20

- Support iPad
- Minor bug fixes and UI tweaks

### 1.5.0 — 2022-08-17

- Support MDD file
- Support 简/繁 preference settings
- Support disabling dictionaries
- Improved dictionaries search result
- A few bugs fixed

### 1.4.0 — 2022-08-05

- Added online dictionary
- Support view all words in the dictionary 
- Expand/Collapse all dictionaries, fast locate to selected dictionary
- Available to reorder build-in dictionary
- A few Bugs fixed

## Apps similar to Yong

| App | Rating | Price | Category |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Furigana Extension](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/furigana-extension/id1603197266) | 4.5 (10) | Free | Reference |
| [Elberfelder Bibel Deutsch](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elberfelder-bibel-deutsch/id1666800106) | — | Free | Reference |

---

*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-27.*