About Chinese (Mandarin)
Chinese (Mandarin) (中文) is spoken by ~1.1 billion speakers, primarily in Mainland China, Taiwan, and Singapore. It's the most spoken native language on Earth and central to global business and trade.
How ChineseClass101 teaches Chinese (Mandarin)
ChineseClass101 uses the same proven system as EnglishClass101 and the rest of the Innovative Language family: structured audio and video lessons taught by real native speakers, organized into levels from Absolute Beginner to Advanced. Lessons run 3–15 minutes each, making it realistic to fit into a daily routine.
- Free Lifetime account — 100+ lessons, no credit card required
- Audio & video lessons from real native-speaker teachers
- 9 structured levels, Absolute Beginner through Advanced
- Flashcards, quizzes, and vocabulary tools included with Premium
- Optional 1-on-1 teacher with Premium PLUS for personal feedback and a custom study plan
- Mobile app for iOS and Android, with offline lesson downloads
Is ChineseClass101 right for you?
If you're a self-study learner who wants a clear, level-based path with real audio and video content — rather than a purely gamified app — ChineseClass101 is a solid starting point for Chinese (Mandarin). Like EnglishClass101, it includes a genuinely free tier, so you can try the first lessons before deciding whether to upgrade.