Best Hanzi Apps &amp; Games

4.7😊(465 ratings)

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This AI-powered app offers a comprehensive suite for learning Chinese, including translation, a smart dictionary, flashcards, and exam preparation. It supports various learning methods and levels, from beginner to advanced HSK preparation.

What We Love

👍 Very helpful app
🚀 Efficient and well-organized
💡 Useful features like character analysis and example usage
👍 Great for beginners and advanced learners
👍 Comprehensive dictionary with good translations
👍 Helpful pronunciation and writing practice

Room to Improve

🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs after updates
💰 Aggressive monetization with constant ads
🔒 Issues with paid upgrades not working as expected
🔒 Inability to access full features without paying
🔒 Limitations on number of words that can be viewed

Daily Hanzi by ALEX XINWEI LIU

Daily Chinese on Lock Screen

Strong Contender

4.5(1.4K ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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.

Chinese Hanzi Dictionary by 运斌李

A dictionary for beginners

Worth Considering

4.6(364 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Learn to write, read, and speak Chinese characters (Hanzi). This app provides comprehensive knowledge including meanings, pronunciation, stroke order, and vocabulary. It's a valuable tool for beginners of all ages to aid in study, work, and travel.

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HANZI

by Xiaolong Tang

Sound, glyph, and animation integrationFlashcards for memorizationSample sentences for context

This app helps users learn Chinese characters by integrating sound, glyphs, and animation. It uses flashcards, sample sentences, images, and games to aid memorization and understanding of radicals, strokes, pronunciation, and meaning.

Chinese vocab on your screen

Handwriting, OCR, flashcards

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Pleco Chinese Dictionary

Integrated dictionaries with over 110,000 entriesFull-screen handwriting inputLive OCR for word lookup

This app is a comprehensive tool for learning Chinese, offering integrated dictionaries, document reading, and flashcard features. It supports various input methods including handwriting and OCR, with extensive dictionary options and pronunciation guides.

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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.

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Learn to write & type Chinese

Hanzi

Animated stroke order guidesLearn to write basic charactersPractice typing Chinese text

Learn to write and type Chinese characters with animated stroke order guides. This free version offers 80 basic characters and phrases, with a full version planned for HSK levels 1-6.

by Beijing Han-sky Education Technology Co., Ltd

HSK level structured learning (1-6)Animated stroke order guidesAudio pronunciation for characters

Learn Chinese characters with animated stroke order guides and audio pronunciations. Practice writing characters through interactive exercises, structured by HSK levels 1-6.

Hanzi Worksheets: Stroke Order

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Learn Hanzi on Screen

Lock screen widget for continuous learningHSK word list (5,000+ words)Self-paced learning

This app transforms your phone's lock screen into a learning tool for Chinese characters. It displays one HSK word at a time until mastered, with an integrated handwriting practice feature. Learn at your own pace without pressure or tracking.

Hanzi to Pinyin Converter

$4.99

Instantly convert Chinese characters to Pinyin with tone marks using your camera or photos. Translate text into multiple languages and get real-time readings for Mandarin and Cantonese.

Hanzi to Pinyin/Jyutping conversionReal-time camera OCRText translation

HelloChinese - Learn Chinese

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paid

#1 Chinese Learning App

Game-based learningGraded storiesImmersive lessons

This app offers a fun and effective way to learn Mandarin Chinese from beginner to conversational levels. It combines game-based lessons, stories, videos, and speech recognition to help you master pronunciation, characters, and practical conversations while exploring Chinese culture.

Master Chinese Characters

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freemium

Hanzio: Learn Chinese

Active recall and spaced repetitionFour-way character practice (meaning, pinyin, writing, audio)Character breakdown and mnemonic aids

Master Chinese characters with an efficient, practical method based on memory research. Practice writing, pronunciation, meaning, and audio recall in focused sessions. Access a comprehensive dictionary with stroke order and example sentences.

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InkSeal Visual Hanzi Mnemonics

Learn Chinese Characters & HSK

Visual mnemonics with integrated stroke illustrationsHSK 1-6 character libraryEtymology and script form references

Learn Chinese characters with visual mnemonics and hand-crafted illustrations. Explore etymology, word meanings, and pronunciation. Offers a recognition-focused approach for reading fluency.

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Match Hanzi - Character game

Match Chinese characters game

Match 3 gameplay300 levelsSpecial exploding stones

This Match 3 game makes learning Chinese characters enjoyable. Match characters in a row to clear them, with special stones and time bonuses adding to the fun. It includes 300 levels and color-coded characters to help identify tones.

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HanziDian: Chinese Characters

Draw, Write, Memorize Mandarin

Pinyin but just for hard words

Hanzi Match - Learn Chinese

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Vocabulary, Writing, HSK 3.0

Step-by-step Hanzi learningCorrect stroke order practiceMemory and recognition strengthening

Master Chinese characters (Hanzi) with this app designed for effective practice. Learn stroke order, strengthen memory, and build confidence in reading and writing. Track your progress and enjoy focused learning without distractions.

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