Learn Chinese Through Reading

Improve your Chinese vocabulary and comprehension with short stories adapted to your HSK level. Enjoy free instant translations and unlock advanced learning tools by registering.

How it works

1

Pick a text

Choose a graded reader for your HSK level — or create your own from a photo or pasted text.

2

Read with support

Tap any word for pinyin and translation, and listen to natural audio for words, sentences or the whole text.

3

Ask the AI tutor

Not sure about a word? Ask the AI tutor to explain it in context and keep the conversation going.

Why ChineseReads Works

Read Short Stories

Learn Chinese naturally through engaging stories written and adapted for HSK1–HSK6 learners.

Instant Word Translation Free

Tap any word or sentence to see its pinyin and translation instantly. No limits, no paywall.

AI-Powered Explanations Free

Snap a photo of any Chinese text and get an instant translation, with automatic word and sentence breakdowns. Available when you create a free account.

Extra Features Available When You Register

Natural Audio Register

Hear native pronunciation for any text, sentence or word, with natural text-to-speech.

Personalized Tests Register

Practice with quizzes generated from the words and grammar points you struggle with the most.

Collections & Flashcards Register

Save any word into personal collections and review them as flashcards, with study and exam modes.

Simple pricing

Start free. Go Premium whenever you're ready.

Free

€0
  • Read every text, with pinyin, translations and breakdowns
  • 10 text generations per month
  • 100 word + 15 sentence/text audio plays per month
  • 10 AI tutor messages per month

Start Your Chinese Journey Today

Reading is one of the most effective ways to learn a language. Join a growing community of learners improving their Chinese every day.

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