Jade Dictionary
Chinese-English Dictionary & Learning App
Don't just search words, learn them.
120,000+ Chinese-English entries with handwriting input, camera OCR, audio pronunciation, HSK exam prep, and interactive practice modes. Works completely offline on Android.
Jade Dictionary is a free Chinese-English dictionaryfor Android and web — one of the most comprehensive Mandarin dictionaries available, with 120,000+ entries from CC-CEDICT. Whether you're a beginner building HSK vocabulary or an advanced learner reading native text, Jade gives you every tool to look up, understand, and remember Chinese characters.
Search your way.
Type Chinese characters, pinyin, or English. Switch to voice search on web, or use handwriting recognition and camera OCR on Android.
- ✓Keyboard & voice search on web and Android
- ✓Handwriting input & camera OCR on Android
- ✓Instant results from 120,000+ entries
Everything about a word, in one place.
Every entry shows the character, pinyin with tone marks, audio pronunciation, related words, and example sentences.
- ✓Simplified & traditional characters
- ✓Audio pronunciation with one tap
- ✓Related words & example sentences
Practice and retain.
Reinforce vocabulary with flashcards, multiple-choice quizzes, and listening exercises. Draw from your own word lists or any HSK level.
- ✓Flashcards · Multiple choice · Listening
- ✓Practice from HSK or your own word lists
- ✓Drill missed words to reinforce memory
Everything you need to learn Chinese.
Built for learners at every level — from total beginners to advanced readers.
Handwriting Input (Android)
Draw any character on Android. ML-powered recognition suggests matches in real time.
Camera OCR (Android)
Point your Android camera at any Chinese text to look it up immediately.
Audio Pronunciation
Hear any word spoken aloud with native-quality text-to-speech.
HSK Exam Prep
Structured vocab lists for HSK 2.0 (levels 1–6) and HSK 3.0 (levels 1–9).
Custom Word Lists
Build and manage your own vocab sets. Save words directly from search results.
Offline on Android
The full 120,000-entry dictionary is stored on your Android device. No internet required.
Also in your browser.
No download needed. All 120,000+ entries, stroke order animations, voice search, word lists, and practice modes — available instantly at app.jadedictionary.com.
- Instant search — no install
- Voice search via Groq Whisper
- Stroke order animations
- HSK 2.0 (1–6) & 3.0 (1–9) vocab
- Custom word lists & folders
- Flashcards, multiple choice & listening
Recent Updates
What's new across Jade platforms
Search modes, font size settings, theme customization, and search history.
Practice modes added — flashcards, multiple choice, and listening exercises. Build word banks from any HSK level or your saved lists.
Complete rebuild — voice search, stroke order, HSK levels, word lists, Chinese input, and security hardening.
Practice reminders and scheduled notifications.
Common questions
- Is Jade Dictionary free?
- Yes — completely free. No ads, no in-app purchases, no subscription on either Android or the web app.
- Does the Android app work offline?
- Yes. The full 120,000+ entry dictionary is stored on your device. Once installed, it works with no internet connection — perfect for travel or low-signal situations.
- What's the difference between the Android app and the web app?
- The web app runs in any browser with no install — great for quick lookups from a computer or tablet. Android additionally offers fully offline access, camera OCR, and handwriting input.
More questions? Visit the Help page →
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New practice modes, web app updates, and Android releases — straight to your inbox. No spam.
Ready to start?
Free on Android and web. 120,000+ entries. No account required.