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ChineseFor.Us

Best free pinyin and pronunciation instruction

Last verified: Jul 1, 2026

ChineseFor.Us specializes in pronunciation and pinyin with detailed mouth-position videos and tone drills. Their HSK 1–3 video courses are free on YouTube. If tones are your weak point, this channel offers the clearest free instruction available.

Pros

  • Excellent pinyin instruction
  • Free HSK courses
  • Detailed tone drills

Cons

  • Limited beyond HSK 3
  • Slower pace may bore some learners

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