There’s a mobile app for just about everything, so it’s not surprising that there are so many apps to learn Chinese online. They are an awesome addition to your learning toolbox, along with Chinese TV shows, movies, and Chinese songs.
What are the best free apps to learn Chinese for beginners?
Here we have Kiun B introducing some of her favourite apps
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_4nYRex0Js&ab_channel=KiunB
3 Best Apps to Learn Chinese Online For Free
Most Chinese learning apps are powered by Spaced Repetition System (SRS). This is an algorithm that intelligently schedules Chinese characters to be reviewed at the most efficient time possible: just before you forget them.
Studies say SRS increases memory retention which makes learning a foreign language faster. Now that you know what SRS is, check out the best apps to learn Chinese for free!
1. Lingbe (iOS/Android)
Using Lingbe, you can call other Chinese learners (totally free) or native Chinese speakers (pay only US$5 for 1 hour of conversation) to practice your Chinese. Lingbe is fast, low cost and anonymous.
2. Anki (iOS/PC)
Anki is an app that uses SRS. You can download pre-made flashcards or make your own. You can then grade how well you know the card: “Hard”, “Good” or “Easy”. But the best thing about Anki is it’s open-source and easy to customize.
3. SuperTest (iOS/Android)
This is one of the best apps for learning Chinese, they have lots of exercises and games to learn, so it can be quite fun, and you can also upgrade to get your personal teacher.
The advantage of these apps is that they are free, but if you are very serious about learning Chinese you can also check out some online programs on China Admissions
Check out China Admissions below
Self-Study Chinese
Using the apps here, you can create a learning plan to help you advance your Chinese level, or maintain your current one.
Read our strategies on how to self-study Chinese successfully.
Best Books About China
Also, check out the list of the best books about China and learning Chinese here.
More Tips To Learn Chinese!
Check out Zhongwen Chinese Popup Dictionary.
It’s a google chrome extension you can download. Any Chinese character you come across you can just hover your mouse over it to see the meaning. This literally saves you so much time instead of constantly copying and pasting into Google translate!
Aside from downloading apps, one of the best ways to learn Chinese is to enroll in an online Chinese Language course.
You can choose from one-on-one or group online classes at Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU), Dalian Neusoft University of Information (DNUI), Tianjin International Chinese College (TICC) and more. Check out more programs here.
Some of my favourite apps are here:
What are your favourite apps? Let me know in the description
