Chinese Words
Tap any word: characters, pinyin, sound and how to write it.
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Common Chinese words to learn first
Start with greetings, family words, food and numbers, then work up through the HSK levels. Each word shows its pinyin, English meaning, audio and a stroke order animation, and you can trace the characters yourself.
FAQ
How many Chinese words are there?
Estimates vary widely; a dictionary lists tens of thousands, but a few thousand common words cover most everyday reading.
What are the most important Chinese words?
The HSK 1 list is a good start: about 300 words for greetings, numbers, family, food and daily life.
How do I write a Chinese word?
Open a word and use Trace: you write each character stroke by stroke over the outline.
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