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DU Chinese
Du Chinese pairs Mandarin stories and articles with reading and listening practice on web, iOS, and Android.
About DU Chinese
DU Chinese is a language learning website and app for studying Mandarin Chinese through stories and reading and listening practice. It is available on web, iOS, and Android. The library of readings is organized by level, from Newbie to Master, and the homepage lists more than 3,000 readings and more than 80 graded stories.
The main learning tools are instant word lookup, which shows word meanings, translations, and grammar tips without leaving the reading, and audio recorded by native speakers. Many stories state the size of the vocabulary they use, such as 150 characters for a beginner story or 1,500 characters for an advanced one. The homepage excerpt does not describe pricing or plan details, so pricing is unknown from this source.
Key features
- Stories graded into levels from Newbie through Master
- Instant word meanings, translations, and grammar tips within the reading view
- Audio recordings by native speakers for listening practice
- Original stories and adaptations of Chinese classic novels and folktales
- Stories list the vocabulary size they are based on, from 150 to 1,500 characters
Best for: Learners of Mandarin Chinese who want to build reading and listening skills through graded stories at their own level.
Good for
- Each story states its vocabulary size, which helps learners choose material at a suitable level.
- Word lookup and grammar explanations appear without leaving the reading.
- Audio by native speakers supports listening practice at the learner's own pace.
DU Chinese at a glance
- Website
- duchinese.net
- Category
- Education & Learning › Language Learning
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Android, iOS, Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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DU Chinese FAQ
Do I need to be fluent in Chinese to start?
No. The homepage states that you do not need to be fluent to start, and the library includes content for beginners through advanced learners.
Does the site include audio?
Yes. The readings include audio by native speakers, which the site describes as a way to improve listening skills.
Can I look up words while reading?
Yes. The site provides instant access to word meanings, translations, and grammar tips within the reading view.
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