trainchinese

trainchinese

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trainchinese: The Ultimate Toolkit for Serious Mandarin Mastery

Stop playing games and start learning. From advanced OCR and handwriting training to HSK-aligned vocab lists, get the professional-grade dictionary and SRS system used by experts worldwide.

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Publisher

trainchinese B.V.

Category

Education

Downloads

661K+

User Rating

4.8/5

Total Ratings

9K+

Locales

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A Glimpse into Mastery

Discover the interface used by 661K+ users.

Screenshot of trainchinese app showing a dictionary search for the word tree with Chinese characters, Pinyin, and English definitions.

Screenshot of trainchinese app showing a dictionary search for the word tree with Chinese characters, Pinyin, and English definitions.

Trainchinese app interface showing a Mandarin dictionary entry with AI assistant and character stroke order details.

Trainchinese app interface showing a Mandarin dictionary entry with AI assistant and character stroke order details.

Handwriting practice and flashcard interface in the trainchinese mobile app.

Handwriting practice and flashcard interface in the trainchinese mobile app.

Chinese language learning interface showing a story with traditional characters and pinyin romanization.

Chinese language learning interface showing a story with traditional characters and pinyin romanization.

Dashboard of the trainchinese app in dark mode showing study progress and vocabulary lists

Dashboard of the trainchinese app in dark mode showing study progress and vocabulary lists

Master Mandarin with Professional-Grade Tools

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 661K+ users.

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Smart OCR & Contextual Dictionary

Translate real-world text instantly with your camera and master word usage through precise measure words and thousands of example sentences.

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Advanced Spaced Repetition (SRS)

Internalize vocabulary for good using a scientifically optimized flashcard system synchronized between your devices and our web platform.

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Interactive Handwriting Mastery

Perfect your calligraphy with stroke-order animations and side-by-side handwriting training for both Simplified and Traditional characters.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 661K+ people who love this app.

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"As an International Relations student preparing for the HSK 5, this app has been an absolute game-changer. The specialized vocabulary lists and the Spaced Repetition System are far more effective than any other tool I have tried. It is a professional-grade ecosystem that actually respects the complexity of the language."

Liam S.
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"The OCR feature is a lifesaver during my business trips to Shanghai—I can finally read menus and signs without stress. I especially appreciate the focus on measure words; they help me sound like a polished professional rather than a beginner. The synchronization between my iPad and desktop is seamless."

Elena Rodriguez

About the app

Everything you need to know about trainchinese.

Description

Learn Chinese with an amazing dictionary (plus OCR) and flash card system. trainchinese will teach you Chinese, with a free and complete dictionary, thousands of vocab lists, example sentences, audio recordings, measure words, character animations and Optical Character Recognition — not to mention a powerful flash card training system that even includes handwriting training! • Our dictionary prioritises commonly-used words and phrases above the obscure and obsolete, while example sentences and measure words (classifiers) provide crucial context to help you decide which Chinese word is the most appropriate translation. Other dictionaries just leave you guessing! • We've got Optical Character Recognition (OCR) too. Spotted some Chinese you can't read? Capture a photo of some Chinese text from a menu, book or sign, and the app identifies and translates the characters for you. • Search for words by part of speech • Mistyped a word? Helpful spelling suggestions get you to the right results fast. • Words feature both example sentences and measure words for nouns. It's time to move beyond "个"! And best of all it's all connected: tap examples and measure words to open them as full dictionary entries. • trainchinese is great for students: it includes more than a thousand vocabulary lists covering topics from International Relations to American Football Teams and more. Feel like something's missing? Users often get in touch to ask for lists on the topics they're studying, and we're happy to oblige! You'll also find lists containing HSK-level words (both old and new standards), plus TOCFL lists for students in Taiwan! • Highlight words with your finger for super-fast access to character animations, related searches and more! • Whether you're studying the Simplified (mainland China and Singapore) or Traditional (Hong Kong and Taiwan) variants, we've got you covered! Easily switch between them or choose to display both in dictionary results and on flash cards. Even better, you can use the phonetics you're comfortable with - choose from Pinyin with tone marks, Pinyin with tone numbers or even Zhuyin characters (from the BoPoMoFo system used in Taiwan). • Create flash cards with audio and animation from dictionary entries. Organise them into lists, and share them with friends (or students). • Our Spaced Repetition system ensures you'll memorize words for good. • Train your way: each card is available in four different modes to test different aspects of Chinese study. See Chinese, Pinyin or English and get tested on translation, and even compare your handwriting to a stroke-order animation side-by-side, synchronized! Or if you prefer, there's multiple choice training too (for a real challenge, try it in "Dictation" mode!). • Flash cards are saved on your device and synchronized with trainchinese.com, where you can also train with them and find more great content. • Add study notes to your flash cards - they're saved and backed up at trainchinese.com. Don't forget to check out our other apps (tap our company name in the App Store for more info): - Chinese Writer - Chinese Audio Trainer - Pinyin Trainer - Number Trainer - Chinese Challenges

Latest Version

10.3.5

Size

522.9 MB

First Released

Oct 12, 2009

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about trainchinese

What dictionary features does the trainchinese app offer?

The trainchinese app provides a complete dictionary, prioritizing common words, example sentences, audio recordings, measure words, and character animations. It also offers searching by part of speech and spelling suggestions.

Does trainchinese include Optical Character Recognition (OCR)?

Yes, trainchinese includes Optical Character Recognition (OCR). Users can capture photos of Chinese text from menus, books, or signs, and the app identifies and translates the characters.

How does the trainchinese flashcard system work?

The trainchinese app features a powerful flashcard training system with audio and animation. It uses Spaced Repetition to aid memorization and offers four modes including translation, handwriting, multiple choice, and dictation. Flashcards sync with trainchinese.com.

Which Chinese variants and phonetic systems does trainchinese support?

trainchinese supports both Simplified (mainland China, Singapore) and Traditional (Hong Kong, Taiwan) Chinese. For phonetics, it offers Pinyin with tone marks, Pinyin with tone numbers, and Zhuyin characters (BoPoMoFo system).

What types of vocabulary lists are available in the trainchinese app?

The trainchinese app offers over a thousand vocabulary lists, including HSK-level words (old and new standards) and TOCFL lists. Users can also request lists on specific topics.

Does trainchinese provide handwriting training for Chinese characters?

Yes, trainchinese offers handwriting training. Its flashcard system includes a mode to compare user handwriting to a stroke-order animation side-by-side, synchronized for practice.

How many words are instantly searchable in trainchinese?

The trainchinese app allows users to instantly search 130,000 words within its dictionary. This extensive database covers a wide range of vocabulary.

Does the trainchinese app support Dark Mode?

Yes, the trainchinese app supports Dark Mode. This feature is available for users who prefer a darker interface, especially during late-night study sessions.

Does trainchinese use AI features in the app?

Yes, trainchinese incorporates smart AI features. The app includes a "trainchinese Assistant" which can suggest alternative phrases or similar expressions for study.

Are there any limits on flashcards in trainchinese?

The trainchinese app explicitly states it provides "Unlimited weekly flash cards." This allows users to create and utilize as many flashcards as they need for their studies.