Du Chinese and maayot are both apps for learning Chinese by reading short texts at your level. They are built differently, so the better one depends on what you want from your 10 minutes a day. We make maayot, so we are biased. To keep this fair, the Du Chinese details come from its own … Read more
You can start reading Chinese as soon as you know about 150 characters. Use short texts written for your level, where you already know almost every word, and read a little every day. That’s how characters stop being shapes you memorise and start being words you recognise. This page has a free story to read … Read more
Two free HSK 3 reading texts with pinyin, English, vocabulary and questions. Paragraph-length stories at the 1,000-word level.
At HSK 2 you know about 500 words and 371 characters, enough to read short stories about everyday life in the past tense, not just single sentences. This page has two free HSK 2 texts with pinyin, English, vocabulary and questions. What you can read at HSK 2 Under the new HSK 3.0, level 2 … Read more
At HSK 1 you know about 300 words and can read 246 characters, which is enough for short dialogues about family, food, school and daily life. This page has two free HSK 1 texts with pinyin, English, vocabulary and questions, plus one real story with native audio. What you can read at HSK 1 Under … Read more
Whether you’re just starting with learning Mandarin Chinese or are at a more advanced level,you’ll most likely need a Chinese teacher at some point in your journey. I’ve tried two of their group classes and in this article I will be sharing my thoughts on what you should expect and how I found it. If … Read more
You might wonder, “Is learning Chinese as hard as it seems?” Fear not! If you’re still looking for the best way to learn Chinese, you’ve come to the right spot. Prepare for an incredible journey because we’re diving into knowing the best Chinese language schools. The platforms we recommend here will make your learning more … Read more
The best way to study Chinese is to use the very best tools you can find for each task at hand. Skritter is one we recommend revising and study characters, especially if you’re looking to practice your handwriting. With the newly released integration, maayot and Skritter seamlessly integrate. Read on to better understand how to … Read more
As one of the top Chinese language schools in China, Keats provides an all-inclusive study and living environment in the heart of Kunming. At its Kunming headquarters, Keats School, founded in 2004, owns 60 classrooms, 54 single rooms with private bathrooms, a Keats cafeteria, and a Keats fitness center. With nearly 20 years of operation … Read more
I. The Importance of Stroke Order in Chinese Character Writing To appreciate the significance of stroke order dictionaries, it’s essential to understand why stroke order matters in Chinese character writing. Chinese characters are composed of various strokes, each drawn in a specific order. Adhering to the correct stroke order ensures proper character balance, consistency, and … Read more
