Learn Chinese As You Read It
From your first 你好(nǐ hǎo) to fluent conversations, maayot adapts to your level, goals, and pace with daily, bite-sized stories crafted by certified Chinese teachers. No boring drills — just meaningful progress, one engaging story at a time.
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Turning stories into stealthy flashcards
Imagine flashcards that feel like reading a gripping newsletter — that’s maayot, an invisible flashcards system but way more engaging. Every story you read teaches new words and quietly reviews at-risk words in context — right before they slip your mind.
我 wǒ
I, me
New wordsExplain in context ▼
Me, the subject who is going to the supermarket.
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• 我喜欢吃水果。(I like to eat fruit.)
• 我是学生。(I am a student.)
以后 yǐhòu
afterwards, later, in the future
New wordsExplain in context ▼
"From now on" or "in the future" - indicates that the speaker's decision applies to all future time, not just a single instance.
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• 以后我会更加努力。(I will work harder in the future.)
• 我们以后再见面吧。(Let's meet again in the future.)
再也 zàiyě
never again, no longer
New wordsExplain in context ▼
"Never again" or "no longer" - emphasizes the finality and absoluteness of the speaker's decision not to go to the supermarket.
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• 他再也不想见我了。(He never wants to see me again.)
• 我再也不喝咖啡了。(I will never drink coffee again.)
不 bù
not, no
New wordsExplain in context ▼
Negation marker meaning "not" - makes the statement negative, indicating the speaker will not perform the action of going to the supermarket.
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• 我不吃肉。(I don't eat meat.)
• 他不在家。(He is not at home.)
去 qù
to go
New wordsExplain in context ▼
"To go" - the action verb indicating physical movement to the supermarket that the speaker is refusing to do.
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• 我去学校。(I go to school.)
• 他们去北京了。(They went to Beijing.)
超市 chāo shì
supermarket
Words from the pastExplain in context ▼
"Supermarket" - the destination that the speaker is declaring they will no longer visit for grocery shopping.
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• 这个超市很大。(This supermarket is very big.)
• 超市里有很多人。(There are many people in the supermarket.)
买菜 mǎicài
to buy vegetables/groceries
New wordsExplain in context ▼
"To buy vegetables/groceries" - the purpose of going to the supermarket that the speaker is refusing to do anymore.
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• 妈妈每天买菜。(Mom buys groceries every day.)
• 我们一起去买菜吧。(Let's go grocery shopping together.)
了 le
particle indicating completed action
New wordsExplain in context ▼
Particle indicating completed action - shows that the speaker has finished buying groceries at the supermarket and this action is complete.
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• 我吃了晚饭。(I have eaten dinner.)
• 他买了一本书。(He bought a book.)
菜市场 càishìchǎng
vegetable market
New wordsExplain in context ▼
"Vegetable market" - the place where the speaker goes to buy vegetables, contrasted with the supermarket as being cheaper.
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• 我喜欢去菜市场买菜。(I like to go to the vegetable market to buy vegetables.)
• 菜市场的菜很新鲜。(The vegetables at the vegetable market are very fresh.)
的 de
possessive particle
New wordsExplain in context ▼
Possessive particle - shows that the vegetables belong to or are associated with the vegetable market, indicating ownership or relationship.
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• 我的书。(My book.)
• 老师的车。(The teacher's car.)
菜 cài
vegetable, dish
New wordsExplain in context ▼
Contextual meaning related to the sentence about choosing the vegetable market over the supermarket for grocery shopping.
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• 我喜欢这个词。(I like this word.)
• 这很有用。(This is very useful.)
比 bǐ
compared to, than
New wordsExplain in context ▼
Contextual meaning related to the sentence about choosing the vegetable market over the supermarket for grocery shopping.
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• 我喜欢这个词。(I like this word.)
• 这很有用。(This is very useful.)
超市 chāoshì
supermarket
Words from the pastExplain in context ▼
Contextual meaning related to the sentence about choosing the vegetable market over the supermarket for grocery shopping.
Example ▼
• 我喜欢这个词。(I like this word.)
• 这很有用。(This is very useful.)
的 de
possessive particle
New wordsExplain in context ▼
Contextual meaning related to the sentence about choosing the vegetable market over the supermarket for grocery shopping.
Example ▼
• 我喜欢这个词。(I like this word.)
• 这很有用。(This is very useful.)
便宜 piányi
cheap, inexpensive
New wordsExplain in context ▼
Contextual meaning related to the sentence about choosing the vegetable market over the supermarket for grocery shopping.
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• 我喜欢这个词。(I like this word.)
• 这很有用。(This is very useful.)
多 duō
many, much, more
New wordsExplain in context ▼
Contextual meaning related to the sentence about choosing the vegetable market over the supermarket for grocery shopping.
Example ▼
• 我喜欢这个词。(I like this word.)
• 这很有用。(This is very useful.)
了 le
particle indicating completed action
New wordsExplain in context ▼
Contextual meaning related to the sentence about choosing the vegetable market over the supermarket for grocery shopping.
Example ▼
• 我喜欢这个词。(I like this word.)
• 这很有用。(This is very useful.)
我 wǒ
I, me
New wordsExplain in context ▼
Contextual meaning related to the sentence about choosing the vegetable market over the supermarket for grocery shopping.
Example ▼
• 我喜欢这个词。(I like this word.)
• 这很有用。(This is very useful.)
去 qù
to go
New wordsExplain in context ▼
Contextual meaning related to the sentence about choosing the vegetable market over the supermarket for grocery shopping.
Example ▼
• 我喜欢这个词。(I like this word.)
• 这很有用。(This is very useful.)
的 de
possessive particle
New wordsExplain in context ▼
Contextual meaning related to the sentence about choosing the vegetable market over the supermarket for grocery shopping.
Example ▼
• 我喜欢这个词。(I like this word.)
• 这很有用。(This is very useful.)
是 shì
to be, is, am, are
New wordsExplain in context ▼
Contextual meaning related to the sentence about choosing the vegetable market over the supermarket for grocery shopping.
Example ▼
• 我喜欢这个词。(I like this word.)
• 这很有用。(This is very useful.)
我 wǒ
I, me
New wordsExplain in context ▼
Contextual meaning related to the sentence about choosing the vegetable market over the supermarket for grocery shopping.
Example ▼
• 我喜欢这个词。(I like this word.)
• 这很有用。(This is very useful.)
公司 gōngsī
company, firm
New wordsExplain in context ▼
Contextual meaning related to the sentence about choosing the vegetable market over the supermarket for grocery shopping.
Example ▼
• 我喜欢这个词。(I like this word.)
• 这很有用。(This is very useful.)
附近 fù jìn
nearby, vicinity
New wordsExplain in context ▼
"Nearby" or "in the vicinity" - indicates the vegetable market's location relative to the speaker's company, showing proximity and convenience.
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• 学校附近有很多餐厅。(There are many restaurants near the school.)
• 我家附近的公园很漂亮。(The park near my house is very beautiful.)
的 de
possessive particle
New wordsExplain in context ▼
Contextual meaning related to the sentence about choosing the vegetable market over the supermarket for grocery shopping.
Example ▼
• 我喜欢这个词。(I like this word.)
• 这很有用。(This is very useful.)
菜市场 càishìchǎng
vegetable market
New wordsExplain in context ▼
"Vegetable market" - specifically refers to the one near the speaker's company, emphasizing the location and convenience.
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• 公司附近的菜市场很方便。(The vegetable market near the company is very convenient.)
• 我经常去那个菜市场。(I often go to that vegetable market.)
High-frequency new words
For steady growth
“On-the-brink” vocabulary
For reinforcement
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Respond to a story-inspired prompt. Write a few sentences or record a voice note, all up to you.
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Real Chinese for real life
Forget robotic textbook dialogues. Every maayot story is crafted by professionals using real-life phrases you’ll actually use — like texting a friend. Learn natural Chinese, not classroom Chinese.
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Every story is a chance to absorb words and grammar naturally through the context — like how you learned your first language. Come across unfamiliar characters? Tap any character for definitions, pinyin, and examples.
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Commute, coffee break, or waiting for a friend? Perfect. Consume your daily story on your phone, laptop, or tablet — wherever your day takes you. maayot fits your life, not the other way around.
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Wayne Olson
Such an underrated tool for learning Chinese; really one of my go-to for daily reading practice. Keep up the good work!
Marina L
The best thing about how maayot teaches Chinese is how it shows a word or phrase's application in everyday speaking, and also gives insight into the ways in which language is refined for everyday conversation.
Karina H
Resources I've been using to learn Chinese tend to be quite stale, and rather boring. maayot is great for me to stay up-to-speed.
Debra D.
maayot is a game-changer for my Chinese studies. The massive library of graded readers is perfect for my level, and I love that I can adjust the difficulty as I improve. Plus, the app's interface is clean and intuitive. Highly recommend it to anyone learning Chinese!
Wayne Olson
Such an underrated tool for learning Chinese; really one of my go-to for daily reading practice. Keep up the good work!
Marina L
The best thing about how maayot teaches Chinese is how it shows a word or phrase's application in everyday speaking, and also gives insight into the ways in which language is refined for everyday conversation.
Karina H
Resources I've been using to learn Chinese tend to be quite stale, and rather boring. maayot is great for me to stay up-to-speed.
Debra D.
Excellent Learning Tool!!! Maayot is an amazing app for improving my Chinese language skills. The daily reading exercises and vocabulary quizzes are incredibly helpful in making learning fun and engaging. I love how it adapts to my level and tracks my progress. The interface is easy to use, and the audio pronunciation is a great feature. This app has truly enhanced my learning experience. Highly recommend Maayot to anyone serious about learning Chinese. Five stars!
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John Nduati
Simple, intuitive app, excellent for anyone who wants to increase their vocabulary. Furthermore, the stories are really interesting. I recommend it to anyone who shows interest in this language.
Martina Guanta
Excellent Learning Tool!!! Maayot is an amazing app for improving my Chinese language skills. The daily reading exercises and vocabulary quizzes are incredibly helpful in making learning fun and engaging. I love how it adapts to my level and tracks my progress. The interface is easy to use, and the audio pronunciation is a great feature. This app has truly enhanced my learning experience. Highly recommend Maayot to anyone serious about learning Chinese. Five stars!
F E
Fantastic app for learning Chinese! Easy to use, with clear lessons and interactive features. Perfect for a beginner like me and advanced learners alike. Highly recommend for Chinese language enthusiasts.
John Nduati
Simple, intuitive app, excellent for anyone who wants to increase their vocabulary. Furthermore, the stories are really interesting. I recommend it to anyone who shows interest in this language.
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maayot focuses on real-world fluency, not gamified phrases. You’ll learn through stories locals actually read, get feedback from certified teachers, and review words in context (not flashcards).
maayot focuses on real-world fluency, not gamified phrases. You’ll learn through stories locals actually read, get feedback from certified teachers, and review words in context (not flashcards).
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