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ChineseSkill
Gamified lessons from zero to HSK 4
Last verified: Jul 1, 2026
ChineseSkill offers bite-sized lessons with a game-like progression system. Covers pinyin, characters, grammar, and speaking from absolute beginner through intermediate. The free version includes substantial content; premium removes ads and unlocks offline mode. A good Duolingo alternative that takes Chinese more seriously.
Pros
- ✓Fun game progression
- ✓Good free content
- ✓Covers all basics
Cons
- −Ads in free version
- −Less depth than HelloChinese at higher levels