Overview
Chinese Idioms Almanac helps Mandarin learners understand chengyu through English explanations, simplified and traditional Chinese, pinyin, usage guidance and four examples per idiom. The public website offers a free idiom library.
The iPhone and iPad app supports offline reading, search, saved idioms and flashcard review, plus four Home Screen widget styles. Device pronunciation depends on available Mandarin voices. Start with the free app collection; optional Almanac Pro is a one-time purchase for the full app collection and topic browsing. No app account is required.
Key Features
- Chinese idioms with English explanations, pinyin and four examples.
- Free public web dictionary.
- Offline reading, saved idioms, flashcards and widgets in the iPhone/iPad app.
Pricing
Free app collection and free web dictionary; optional one-time Almanac Pro purchase.
Who It's For
Learners and readers looking up Chinese idioms or studying idioms on iPhone and iPad. No app account is required. Device voice availability affects pronunciation.
