Best Study Chinese Apps

HSK levels 1-6 vocabularyFlashcards with Hanzi, Pinyin, and English meaningAudio pronunciation

Master Mandarin vocabulary with flashcards and interactive games aligned with the official HSK proficiency test. Covers all six levels, offering pronunciation, meaning, and review tools for systematic language learning.

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ChineseSkill - Learn Chinese

#1 Mandarin & Cantonese App

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.

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Du Chinese: Read&Learn Chinese

Read Mandarin at any level

Extensive library of Mandarin storiesContent for all learning levelsInstant pinyin, definitions, and translations

Learn Mandarin Chinese through engaging stories with integrated tools for reading and listening comprehension. Access definitions, pinyin, native audio, and translations instantly. Build vocabulary with a built-in dictionary and flashcards.

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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.

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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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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.

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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 - Mandarin Language

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freemium

Dictionary & HSK Exams

English-Chinese dictionaryChinese-English dictionaryAudio pronunciation

This app offers a comprehensive English-Chinese and Chinese-English dictionary for Mandarin Chinese. It includes features like audio pronunciation, stroke animations, and example sentences to aid vocabulary expansion and exam preparation. Supports multiple languages for a broader learning experience.

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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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Study Chinese Lesson Games

Learn Chinese Easily

Interactive word-image associationPronunciation supportProgress tracking

This app offers a relaxing and interactive method for learning Chinese. It uses games that connect words with images and includes pronunciation to aid understanding. Track your progress and test your knowledge with a summary and rating.

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Learn Chinese for Beginners

ABC Funny and Easy Words

Interactive lessons and exercisesReading, writing, and speaking practice4 activities and exams per topic

This app offers a fun and easy way for children and beginners to learn Chinese. It includes interactive lessons, exercises, and tests across 36 topics and 3 levels, covering vocabulary with images and audio.

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Chinese ー Listening・Speaking

for Chinese self-learners

750+ daily dialoguesNative speaker audioAdjustable transcript/translation

Practice speaking Chinese with daily dialogues and interactive lessons. Improve pronunciation, listening skills, and vocabulary through imitation and engaging exercises. Suitable for beginners to advanced learners.

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Easy, fast and fun learning

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

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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.

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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.

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Learn Chinese Conversation

StudyChat Chinese

Learn socializing phrasesPractice listening skillsFamiliarize with everyday situations

Practice Chinese conversation skills with anime-style dialogues. Focus on listening and translation recall for everyday situations and HSK 1-2 vocabulary. Track progress and enjoy randomized conversations to keep learning engaging.

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Speak Chinese Phrasebook Lite

Enjoy talking in China!