Best Chinese Apps

Gamified bite-sized lessonsNative-speaker audio & videoHandwriting practice

Master Mandarin Chinese with interactive lessons, smart reviews, and AI-powered speaking practice. Learn Pinyin, Hanzi, vocabulary, and grammar for work, travel, or HSK exams. Improve listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.

(15K)

SuperChinese - Learn Chinese

#1 Chinese Self-Study App

AI-powered learningSpaced repetitionAnimated videos

Master Mandarin Chinese with an AI-powered app designed for all levels. Learn to speak, read, write, and listen through engaging lessons, animated videos, and speech recognition. Track your progress with proficiency tests and enjoy bite-sized learning sessions.

(3.6K)

Chineasy: Learn Chinese easily

Map your way to learn Chinese

Visual learning of Chinese charactersBuilding block vocabulary methodBite-sized lessons

Learn Chinese characters and vocabulary through visual aids and a unique building block method. This app breaks down the language into manageable lessons, making it easy to understand and remember, while also exploring Chinese culture. Suitable for all levels, it offers games and SRS reviews for efficient learning.

(9.4K)

rednote

share, connect, love

Share daily life momentsConnect with global usersDiscover diverse content

Connect with a global community to share your daily life, from hobbies and interests to personal experiences. Discover inspiration and build connections through authentic and helpful interactions.

🌐 Social Networking

(268K)

HSK1 Learn Chinese Chinesimple

Your Course to HSK Success

HSK vocabulary masteryOver 300 structured lessonsHandwriting stroke animations

Master Chinese language skills and prepare for the HSK exam with a comprehensive learning path. Features include extensive vocabulary, structured lessons, handwriting practice, flashcards, and real-life sentence examples with native audio. Personalized learning options and engaging gamification make the process enjoyable and effective.

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Daily Chinese on Lock Screen

Daily Hanzi

Lock screen Chinese character displayPassive learning integrationPronunciation and meaning on lock screen

Learn Chinese characters, pronunciation, and meaning passively throughout your day by viewing them on your phone's lock screen. This app integrates learning into your existing habits, making it effortless and sustainable for busy individuals. It offers a pressure-free approach to building familiarity with Chinese.

(1.2K)

Chinese Stroke Order Character

Chinese Writing Practice

Animated stroke order guidesPinyin annotationReal voice pronunciation

Master Chinese character writing with animated stroke order guides. This app helps beginners learn to write characters correctly, offering features like Pinyin annotation, real voice pronunciation, and multi-language support. It's designed to make learning Chinese calligraphy systematic and efficient.

🔍 Reference

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The best way to learn Chinese

trainchinese

Comprehensive Chinese dictionaryOptical Character Recognition (OCR)Spaced Repetition flashcard system

Learn Chinese with a comprehensive dictionary, flashcards, and OCR. Access example sentences, audio, and character animations. Supports both Simplified and Traditional Chinese, with customizable phonetic input.

(2.2K)

Busuu: Language Learning App

Learn Spanish, French, English

Learn up to 14 languagesConnect with native speakersExpert-designed courses

Learn new languages through bite-sized lessons and interactive exercises. Connect with native speakers for feedback and practice, and track your progress with personalized study plans and official certificates.

(100K)

Duolingo: Language Lessons

Languages, Math, Music & Chess

Bite-sized language lessonsSpeaking, reading, listening, writing practiceMath skills development

Learn languages, math, music, and chess through fun, bite-sized lessons. Build vocabulary, grammar, and real-world skills with a science-based methodology. Track progress and stay motivated with a global community.

(5.4M)

HSK Study and Exam - SuperTest

HSK Preparation and Mock

HSK vocabulary trainingPractice listening, reading, and writingDetailed answer explanations

Prepare for the HSK Mandarin Chinese proficiency exam with this comprehensive study tool. It offers practice questions, mock exams, vocabulary training, and detailed explanations for all six HSK levels. Achieve your goals for studying or working in China.

(1K)

HelloTalk - Language Learning

Practice with native speakers

Practice with native speakersLive video lessonsInteractive Voicerooms

Practice languages with native speakers through chat, voice, and live events. Connect with locals worldwide to improve fluency and cultural understanding. Features include translation tools, instant captions, and interactive Voicerooms.

(43K)

Coco : Read & Learn Chinese

Learn Mandarin by reading

Illustrated graded readersTap-to-translate and pinyin supportNative Mandarin audio with slow mode

Learn Mandarin Chinese through engaging illustrated stories, native audio, and interactive tools. Build reading, vocabulary, and speaking skills in context with features like tap-to-translate and shadowing practice. Progress from beginner to advanced levels with HSK-aligned content.

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Learn Mandarin vocabulary fast

Skritter: Write Chinese

Interactive character writing practiceLearn character meaning, reading, and toneTopic-based and difficulty-level decks

Master Mandarin characters through interactive writing practice. Learn meanings, readings, and tones with curated decks for all levels, from beginner to advanced.

Chinese-English dictionaryPinyin and Zhuyin annotationHSK level marking

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freemium

Chinese words separator

by Michael Buen

$14.99

Enhance your Mandarin Chinese learning with a comprehensive dictionary and annotation tools. Instantly look up words and phrases while browsing, and customize text for easier reading. Supports Pinyin, Zhuyin, and HSK levels.

📊 Productivity

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Daily Chinese: Grow Vocabulary

Learn Characters, Idioms, HSK

Spaced-repetition algorithmMultiple question typesAI example sentences

This app uses a spaced-repetition algorithm to help you learn and retain Chinese vocabulary. It offers various question types, AI-generated example sentences, and word breakdowns to reinforce learning. Track your progress and build a strong foundation for mastering Chinese.

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Learn Chinese with ChineseUp

Learn to speak Chinese with AI

AI-powered vocabulary learningSpaced repetition systemAI conversation practice

Master Chinese Mandarin with AI-powered tools for vocabulary, grammar, listening, and speaking. Practice conversations, perfect pronunciation, and track your progress with personalized learning paths and diverse topics.

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