Learn Chinese ‐ Mandarin Spark

Learn Chinese ‐ Mandarin Spark


Flashcards + Dictionary + HSK


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1.6.6for iPhone, iPod touch
8.7
23 Ratings
Exploro Labs Ltd
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166.5 MB
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Mar 22, 2022
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Education
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About Learn Chinese ‐ Mandarin Spark

Mandarin Spark is your personal study tool for learning Chinese!

• Learn Chinese words and characters with INTERACTIVE flashcards

• Expand your vocabulary with over 100,000 words!

• Practise writing characters, spoken tones and reading pinyin

• Install new flashcard decks or build your own

• Optimized study system helps you to learn quicker


== SUMMARY ==

Mandarin Spark is your personal study tool to learn Chinese. It uses interactive flashcards to help you learn Chinese characters (Hanzi), pinyin and tones. Every time you use Mandarin Spark, we generate a personalized Chinese flashcard test, optimized uniquely for you! This ensures you are tested on your weakest areas first and helps you to learn Chinese faster.

You can create your own flashcard decks using the built-in Chinese dictionary, or install HSK word lists. HSK levels 1 to 6 are currently available.


== FEATURES ==

• Interactive Flashcards
4x flashcards tests are designed to strengthen your Chinese character recognition, Hanzi handwriting input, pinyin translation and tone recollection. Tests are bi-directional, so you can test Chinese -> English and English -> Chinese.

• Optimised Testing
Mandarin Spark monitors your study patterns and habits. This information is then used to calculate the most effective flashcard test sequence unique to you. We use a Smart SRS model - this is based on the standard spaced repetition study method, however we apply carefully calculated adjustments, based on your learning profile, to ensure you get an optimised study experience and learn faster!

• Study Paths
Bite-sized, guided learning sessions help make learning Mandarin more manageable. Learn using themed word sets in short sessions, such as most common Chinese words.

• Custom Flashcard Decks
Flashcard decks are available for all HSK levels, or you can create your own custom decks using the built-in dictionary. Mandarin Spark also has free flashcard desks containing the common Chinese words!

• Chinese-English Dictionary
Includes the CC-CEDICT open-source Chinese-English dictionary, which contains over 100,000 entries for building your own custom study lists and flashcard decks. Tap words to view detailed definitions and search for related words.

• Hanzi Stroke Animations
Learn how to write over 8,000 Chinese character with Hanzi stroke animations. Mandarin Spark also support handwriting input – so you can practise writing or reading characters!

• Spoken Chinese
Chinese audio is provided using the built-in text-to-speech (TTS) engine, so you can hear the words spoken during flashcard tests.

• Simplified & Traditional Characters
Learn both Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese characters, or switch between the two.

• Study Rewards
Stay motivated with study rewards. Collect gold stars for each correct answers, and shiny gems for completed flashcard sets.

• Personalised Learning
Create a personal study profile. Set your preference study priorities, change tone colours, set a daily study target and more.

• Offline
Mandarin Spark is designed for offline use - no internet connection is required to take flashcard tests!

• User Guide
The detailed user guide to help you get the most from Mandarin Spark.

A subscription is required to access some features. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase.

Find out more:
Twitter: MandarinSpark
Instagram: Mandarin_Spark

Privacy Policy: https://mandarinspark.com/privacy/
Terms of Service: https://mandarinspark.com/terms/
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What's New in the Latest Version 1.6.6

Last updated on Mar 22, 2022
Old Versions
- General performance enhancements
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Version History
1.6.6
Mar 22, 2022
- General performance enhancements
1.6.5
Feb 28, 2022
- General performance enhancements
1.6.4
Feb 9, 2022
- New flashcard deck: SPORT words
- General performance enhancements
1.6.3
Jan 31, 2022
Happy Year of the Tiger!

- General performance enhancements
1.6.2
Jan 17, 2022
- New flashcard deck: FAMILY words
- General performance enhancements
1.6.1
Jan 5, 2022
- General performance enhancements
1.6
Aug 18, 2021
BIG SUMMER UPDATE 2021!
Mandarin Spark is back with our annual BIG summer update - adding new features and app improvements year after year!

HANDWRITING INPUT
- You can now practise WRITING characters! Swap the character buttons for a Chinese handwriting keyboard and test your ability to write hanzi.

CUSTOM DEFINITIONS
- Write your own definitions for dictionary entries

FLASHCARD POPOVERS
- Tap a hanzi during a flashcard test to load the dictionary popover - easy access to single character definitions, stroke animations and more!

OTHER IMPROVEMENTS
- swipe gestures (try swiping down on popover screens)
- UI improvements, less wasted space on screen and more consistent theming throughout the app
- a new word list - WEATHER words!

QUESTIONS & FEEDBACK
Contact us at support@MandarinSpark.com
1.5.7
Apr 18, 2021
- Incorrect answers now displayed together with correct answers
- UI improvements

QUESTIONS & FEEDBACK

Contact us at support@MandarinSpark.com
1.5.6
Mar 31, 2021
- Dictionary updated

QUESTIONS & FEEDBACK

Contact us at support@MandarinSpark.com
1.5.5
Mar 20, 2021
- Fixes for iOS 14

QUESTIONS & FEEDBACK

Contact us at support@MandarinSpark.com
1.5.4
Jul 6, 2020
BIG SUMMER UPDATE!


Mandarin Spark is back with a BIG summer update adding new features and app improvements.


HANZI STROKE ANIMATIONS

- learn how to write over 8,000 Chinese characters with new character stroke animations


DEFINITION FLASHCARDS

- a whole new type of flashcard! Test your ability to recognise and translate Chinese words into English


RETEST MODE

- review any incorrect flashcards immediately after completing a study set


CUSTOM TEST SETTINGS

- more test customization options, so you can turn on/off different flashcard types


OTHER IMPROVEMENTS

- clearer icons, smoother transitions, a handy test timer and more!


v1.5.4 contains performance improvements, fixes a display bug for users in Dark Mode and fixes a bug which sometimes displayed the wrong character when drilling down through character definitions.


QUESTIONS & FEEDBACK

Contact us at support@MandarinSpark.com
1.5.3
Jun 23, 2020
BIG SUMMER UPDATE!

Mandarin Spark is back with a BIG summer update adding new features and app improvements.

HANZI STROKE ANIMATIONS
- learn how to write over 8,000 Chinese characters with new character stroke animations

DEFINITION FLASHCARDS
- a whole new type of flashcard! Test your ability to recognise and translate Chinese words into English

RETEST MODE
- review any incorrect flashcards immediately after completing a study set

CUSTOM TEST SETTINGS
- more test customization options, so you can turn on/off different flashcard types

OTHER IMPROVEMENTS
- clearer icons, smoother transitions, a handy test timer and more!

v1.5.3 contains a few bug fixes and performance improvements

QUESTIONS & FEEDBACK
Contact us at support@MandarinSpark.com
1.5.2
Jun 10, 2020
BIG SUMMER UPDATE!

Mandarin Spark is back with a BIG summer update adding new features and app improvements.

HANZI STROKE ANIMATIONS
- learn how to write over 8,000 Chinese characters with new character stroke animations

DEFINITION FLASHCARDS
- a whole new type of flashcard! Test your ability to recognise and translate Chinese words into English

RETEST MODE
- review any incorrect flashcards immediately after completing a study set

CUSTOM TEST SETTINGS
- more test customization options, so you can turn on/off different flashcard types

OTHER IMPROVEMENTS
- clearer icons, smoother transitions, a handy test timer and more!

v1.5.2 fixes a bug which prevented words being deleted from custom flashcard decks

QUESTIONS & FEEDBACK
Contact us at support@MandarinSpark.com
1.5.1
Jun 7, 2020
BIG SUMMER UPDATE!

Mandarin Spark is back with a BIG summer update adding new features and app improvements.

HANZI STROKE ANIMATIONS
- learn how to write over 8,000 Chinese characters with new character stroke animations

DEFINITION FLASHCARDS
- a whole new type of flashcard! Test your ability to recognise and translate Chinese words into English

RETEST MODE
- review any incorrect flashcards immediately after completing a study set

CUSTOM TEST SETTINGS
- more test customization options, so you can turn on/off different flashcard types

OTHER IMPROVEMENTS
- clearer icons, smoother transitions, a handy test timer and more!

QUESTIONS & FEEDBACK
Contact us at support@MandarinSpark.com

v 1.5.1 fixes a bug that caused flashcard to appear overdue earlier than expected
1.5
Jun 3, 2020
BIG SUMMER UPDATE!

Mandarin Spark is back with a BIG summer update adding new features and app improvements.

HANZI STROKE ANIMATIONS
- learn how to write over 8,000 Chinese characters with new character stroke animations

DEFINITION FLASHCARDS
- a whole new type of flashcard! Test your ability to recognise and translate Chinese words into English

RETEST MODE
- review any incorrect flashcards immediately after completing a study set

CUSTOM TEST SETTINGS
- more test customization options, so you can turn on/off different flashcard types

OTHER IMPROVEMENTS
- clearer icons, smoother transitions, a handy test timer and more!

QUESTIONS & FEEDBACK
Contact us at support@MandarinSpark.com
1.4.5
May 3, 2020
USER GUIDE
A brand new user guide to help you get the most out of Mandarin Spark!

Still have questions?
Drop us an email at support@MandarinSpark.com
1.4.4
Apr 25, 2020
RELATED WORDS
You can now view related words on the definition popovers

Enjoy the app?
Please consider leaving a review - it helps us grow!

Questions? Feedback?
Contact us at support@MandarinSpark.com
1.4.3
Apr 5, 2020
FLASHCARD BOOST
Already know a flashcard? You can now BOOST it and mark it as 'learned'. Boosted flashcards will appear in tests less frequently.

Enjoy the app?
Please consider leaving a review - it helps us grow!

Questions? Feedback?
Contact us at support@MandarinSpark.com
1.4.2
Jan 25, 2020
DICTIONARY IMROVEMENTS
The dictionary screen has been redesigned so that popover now occupy the whole screen, giving more space for valuable information! Building your own flashcard decks more streamlined and multiple categories can now be easily selected or deselected.

TEST OUT
Study Paths now have a "test-out" feature. If all the words in a lesson are already active, you can go straight to the end-of-lesson test and earn your medals faster!

HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR!
This is our last update before Chinese New Year! Next year will be Year of the Rat - 鼠年快乐!

Questions? Email support@MandarinSpark.com
Enjoy the app? Please consider leaving a review - it helps us develop!
Send us your feedback anytime!
1.4.1
Jan 10, 2020
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2020!

Mandarin Spark is kicking off 2020 with new features and a refreshed design!

** NEW FEATURES **
- Learning analytics
- Weekly rewards
- Flashcard status messages

You can now track your learning progress with a detailed analytics screen, providing you with deeper insight into how your studies are progressing. Stay motivated and see how your Chinese skill are progressing on a daily basis.

The Mandarin Spark dashboard has been redesigned to provide a more detailed weekly summary, overdue flashcard status messages and better tracking of you weekly target - and now earn a reward each week you hit your target! You can also now search the dictionary directly from the dashboard.

v1.4.1 - bug squashing and display corrections for iPhone SE

Thanks for supporting Mandarin Spark into 2020 - there's lots more exciting features planned for this year!
1.4
Jan 7, 2020
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2020!

Mandarin Spark is kicking off 2020 with new features and a refreshed design!

** NEW FEATURES **
- Learning analytics
- Weekly rewards
- Flashcard status messages

You can now track your learning progress with a detailed analytics screen, providing you with deeper insight into how your studies are progressing. Stay motivated and see how your Chinese skill are progressing on a daily basis.

The Mandarin Spark dashboard has been redesigned to provide a more detailed weekly summary, overdue flashcard status messages and better tracking of you weekly target - and now earn a reward each week you hit your target! You can also now search the dictionary directly from the dashboard.

Thanks for supporting Mandarin Spark into 2020 - there's lots more exciting features planned for this year!
1.3.9
Dec 31, 2019
- NEW FEATURE: study reminders

Set yourself a daily study reminder and practise Chinese everyday. Users who practise more frequently make faster progress building Mandarin skills!

Thanks for supporting Mandarin Spark!
1.3.8
Nov 26, 2019
- Custom icons for flashcard decks

Thanks for supporting Mandarin Spark!
1.3.7
Oct 27, 2019
- Fixes for iOS 13

Thanks for supporting Mandarin Spark - please consider leaving a review if you enjoy the app :-)
1.3.6
Oct 6, 2019
- NEW word lists containing the most common Chinese words!
- Fixes for iOS 13

Thanks for supporting Mandarin Spark - please consider leaving a review if you enjoy the app :-)

Learn Chinese ‐ Mandarin Spark FAQ

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Check the following list to see the minimum requirements of Learn Chinese ‐ Mandarin Spark.
iPhone
Requires iOS 12.0 or later.
iPod touch
Requires iOS 12.0 or later.
Learn Chinese ‐ Mandarin Spark supports English
Learn Chinese ‐ Mandarin Spark contains in-app purchases. Please check the pricing plan as below:
Mandarin Spark Pro (Monthly)
$4.99
Mandarin Spark Pro (Monthly)
$5.99
Mandarin Spark Pro (Monthly)
$2.99
Mandarin Spark Pro (Yearly)
$49.99
Mandarin Spark Pro (Lifetime)
$129.99
Mandarin Spark Pro (Yearly)
$38.99
Mandarin Spark Pro (Lifetime)
$99.99
Mandarin Spark Pro (Yearly)
$24.99

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