Jade Dictionary
A free, offline Chinese-English dictionary and learning app built for anyone who wants to understand and remember Chinese — not just look it up.
Why we built it
Most Chinese dictionary apps make you choose between depth and convenience. Either you get a basic lookup tool, or a complex platform with a steep learning curve. Jade Dictionary is our answer to that gap.
We wanted an app that lets you find a word any way you can — type, draw, scan, or speak — and then actually helps you remember it through practice. Everything works offline, so you can use it on the subway, in class, or anywhere without an internet connection. Whether you're building HSK vocabulary from scratch or reading native Chinese text, Jade gives you the tools to look up, understand, and remember Mandarin characters — all for free.
What's inside
- ✓120,000+ Chinese-English entries from the CC-CEDICT dictionary
- ✓Simplified and traditional character support with pinyin and tone marks
- ✓Four input methods: keyboard, handwriting, camera OCR, and voice
- ✓Audio pronunciation for every entry
- ✓HSK 2.0 (levels 1–6) and HSK 3.0 (levels 1–9) vocabulary lists
- ✓Custom word lists — save and organize your own vocabulary
- ✓Flashcard, multiple-choice, and listening practice modes
- ✓Daily practice reminders
- ✓Fully offline — no internet connection required
Built with
Jade Dictionary is a native Android app built with modern tools:
The developer
Jade Dictionary is made by Yonasoft, an independent developer focused on building tools that make language learning more accessible. The app is actively maintained and updated based on user feedback.
Questions, feedback, or bugs? Reach out at yonasoft7@gmail.com or open an issue on GitHub.