Learn Chinese · 中文

Mandarin, one small lesson at a time.

Eight short lessons, six new words each. You see it, hear it, match it and type the pinyin. No sign-up; your progress is saved on this device.

Practise a conversation

At the Café

Order a latte and a cake, answer the server's questions and pay in natural Mandarin.

7 turns · Easy

At the Restaurant

Get a table, ask for a recommendation, order kung pao chicken and pay with WeChat.

7 turns · Medium

In a Taxi

Tell the driver your destination, chat on the way and pay the fare in natural Mandarin.

7 turns · Easy

Hotel Check-in

Check in, hand over your passport and ask about breakfast and wifi in natural Mandarin.

7 turns · Easy

Airport Check-in

Check in a suitcase, pick a window seat and find security in natural Mandarin.

7 turns · Medium

At the Doctor

Describe a sore throat, answer the doctor's questions and ask how to take your medicine in natural Mandarin.

7 turns · Medium

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