Best Mandarin Apps

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)

Handwriting, OCR, flashcards

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.

🔍 Reference

(1.9K)

Word Match - learn Mandarin

Chinese words for HSK1,2,3

Picture matching gameLearn 500 basic Chinese wordsFocus on HSK 1, 2, 3 vocabulary

Learn basic Mandarin Chinese words through a fun picture-matching game. This app helps you memorize vocabulary by finding pairs of characters and their corresponding images. It's designed to make learning the fundamentals of Chinese engaging and accessible.

Duolingo: Language Lessons

(509)

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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)

MyMandarin - Learn Chinese

Personalized Mandarin Practice

Personalized daily learning sessionsAI-powered speaking practice with feedbackInteractive writing and character stroke practice

Master Mandarin Chinese with personalized daily sessions that adapt to your learning style. Practice speaking with an AI coach, read engaging stories, and improve writing skills with interactive feedback. Save and review vocabulary using spaced repetition to build fluency.

SuperChinese - Learn Chinese

(11)

freemium

#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)

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.

(354)

Phrasebook for Travel in China

Learn Chinese - Mandarin

Essential phrasebook for ChinaNative speaker audio recordingsOffline access

This app provides essential Mandarin Chinese phrases and audio recordings by native speakers for travelers and learners. It offers a free set of common phrases and an option to unlock over 1,000 phrases across 18 categories for comprehensive language learning.

✈️ Travel

(495)

freemium

Bopomofo Master: Learn Zhuyin

Learn Zhuyin with mini-games!

Learn Zhuyin and Traditional ChineseInteractive mini-gamesReading, typing, and listening practice

This app helps users learn Traditional Chinese characters and Zhuyin (注音) through interactive mini-games. It offers practice in reading, typing, and listening, with features to track progress and maintain learning streaks. A dedicated Kids Playroom provides a playful environment for young learners to develop listening skills.

Busuu: Language Learning App

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freemium

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)

Speak Chinese in Real Life

SceneTalk Mandarin

Easy, fast and fun learning

(0)

Mandarin Chinese by Nemo

Essential words and phrases with native audioAccent mastery with Speech StudioOffline access to downloaded audio

Learn Mandarin Chinese with this app that focuses on essential words and phrases, native speaker audio, and accent mastery through speech recording. It's designed for flexible learning, allowing you to study whenever you have a few minutes, and builds confidence for everyday conversations without requiring prior knowledge.

✈️ Travel

(1.6K)

Master your Chinese Vocabulary

TongTong - Learn Chinese

Adaptive spaced repetitionNative speaker audioReal example sentences

Master Mandarin vocabulary with adaptive spaced repetition. This app schedules words for optimal recall, offers native speaker audio, and provides real example sentences. Track your progress and start at the right HSK level.

Bopomofo • quiz and flashcards

(3)

free

Zhuyin: Learn Bopomofo

Audio-visual guide to Zhuyin symbolsInteractive flashcardsMultiple quiz modes

Master Zhuyin (Bopomofo) with an interactive learning app. Explore symbols with audio-visual guides, practice with flashcards, and test your knowledge through quizzes. Smart tracking helps you focus on areas needing improvement.

NiHao Chinese: Learn Mandarin

(2)

free

Learn Chinese & Speak Mandarin

AI Voice Coach ConversationsPersonalized Pronunciation FeedbackProgress Tracking Metrics

Master Mandarin through AI-powered conversations and personalized feedback. This app adapts to your learning level, offering scenario-based practice to build speaking confidence for travel, business, or personal growth.

Interactive characters and scenesDress-up with hundreds of outfitsOver 170 spoken Mandarin words

(1)

free

Peg and Pog: Mandarin

Learn Chinese for Kids

$2.99

This game helps young children learn everyday Mandarin Chinese vocabulary through interactive play and animated scenes. It features adorable characters, dress-up activities, and native speaker audio to make language acquisition fun and engaging for preschoolers.