Lesson 1Free
Pinyin and Tones
Learn initials, finals, tone marks and the sound system that makes Mandarin easier to pronounce.
- Understand the four tones
- Read basic pinyin
- Avoid common pronunciation mistakes
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Try ACA with short beginner lessons for pinyin, tones, Hanzi and starter review. No Chinese reading ability is required.
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Each lesson is short enough to finish in one sitting and prepares you for the HSK1 learning path.
Lesson 2Free
Pinyin Reading Practice
Practice reading short pinyin lines with numbers, dates and beginner-friendly phrases.
- Read short pinyin phrases
- Build rhythm
- Prepare for HSK1
Lesson 3Free
Hanzi Basics
See how Chinese characters are built from strokes, structure and meaning clues.
- Understand strokes
- Notice character structure
- Write your first simple forms
Lesson 4Free
Starter Graduation Review
Review beginner words, self-introduction and simple Hanzi before moving into HSK1.
- Review starter vocabulary
- Introduce yourself
- Choose the next course
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