It is not easy to learn a new language. Learning Chinese, which requires not only learn to speak a new language but also to use an entirely different set of characters, can be one of the hardest tasks for English speakers. However, learners don’t need to worry about it. As the popularity of learning Chinese (Mandarin) has exploded over the past few years, a number of helpful language learning softwares that can aid in studying, learning, and practicing key language skills have catered to Chinese language learners a lot. Even better, many of these softwares are available to Android phone and iphone, making it possible to learn Chinese at anytime and anywhere frequently but with no or very low cost.
TalkingLearn - Learn Chinese (iOS and Android)
Our rating: 9/10
"TalkingLearn - Learn Chinese" – one of interesting apps of "TalkingLearn" series that is specially developed for people who are studying and practicing oral Chinese. It covers the courses ranging from Life, Business, Traveling, Entertainment, Early childhood to many other categories in different difficulty degrees. By adopting most advanced voice recognition technology, the app can grade you on pronunciation and intonation in real time which seems like a training partner is always beside you and reminding you of the right pronunciation and intonation all the time.
Youku HD (iOS and Android)
Our rating: 8/10
One of the best ways to learn a foreign language is through immersion. Although most of you cannot immerse yourself in Chinese culture firsthand, you can at least immerse yourself in Chinese media. Youku is like a Chinese YouTube; it is a large video hosting service. Youku has partnered with a number of film and television companies to upload a variety of media content. You may have a hard time navigating the site if you can't read Chinese, but once you've learned as much as you can on your own, watching Chinese video is a great way to take your knowledge to the next level.
Chinese Writer by trainchinese (iOS)
Our rating: 7/10
This app, also called Chinese Writer, is a game. Characters fall from the top of the screen. You must tap on them and draw them correctly to earn points. Let five characters fall to the bottom and it's game over. Even after that, however, you can review the characters you tapped on and view their brush stroke diagrams. The app is an educational and amusing diversion, which should help keep your study of Chinese fresh.
Chinese FlashCards (iOS)
Our rating: 8/10
Chinese flashcards are made to help you study Chinese vocabulary with images and sounds. Each Chinese vocabulary flashcards includes audio and image to help to understand the Chinese vocabulary easily and quickly. Chinese flashcards includes many categories that it is useful in daily life. You have the opportunity to choose to study the vocabulary that match your interests and proficiency level. Make your Chinese learning being fun with games by listinging and quiz.
HSK Test (iOS)
Our rating: 7/10
When you've finally reached a certain level of Chinese fluency, you may want to get certified. The Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi, or HSK test, is the People's Republic of China's standardized test for non-native speakers, such as foreign students, overseas Chinese, and members of Chinese ethnic minorities. An HSK certificate can be used to prove your Chinese proficiency for colleges and jobs. This iPhone app will help you prepare for the big exam. It has thousands of sample questions, covering a wide range of difficulties.
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