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Work · June 25, 2021

Laoshi

Learn new words with flashcards to master Chinese faster

Laoshi launched on June 25, 2021 with 239 votes, #102 of 3,650 launches that month and more than 95% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 5 years on.

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What it does

Laoshi helps to learn Chinese words and characters. Choose your favorite textbook, subject list, HSK. Use spaced repetition system to remember words for long. Practice drawing Chinese characters directly onto your smartphone at your convenience.

Learn Chinese with Laoshi flashcards. Master vocabulary, characters, and tones with HSK decks and spaced repetition. Perfect for beginners and advanced learners.

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