BaoBao: Learn Mandarin Chinese

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About this app

BaoBao | Learn to Read & Listen to Chinese from Real-Life Content

Read Chinese in real-world contexts. BaoBao turns Mandarin audiobooks, bilingual news, and short videos into an engaging study routine.

Why learners choose BaoBao:

Authentic books & audiobooks
- Side-by-side translation in your language
- Native narration with adjustable speed
- Inline pinyin and grammar notes

Bilingual news and videos
Stay current while you study; every headline comes with dual subtitles and cultural context.

Tap-to-translate dictionary
One tap shows definitions, HSK level, stroke-order animation, and example sentences.

Personal word bank & smart flashcards
Save any term. BaoBao's spaced-repetition flashcard system brings vocabulary and Chinese characters back for review at the right time, with example sentences to help the meaning stick.

Gamified challenges
Timed quizzes, streaks, and word puzzles that make learning feel like play.

In-app explanations
Ask about any phrase and get a clear explanation in seconds.

Vocab-growth tracker
Track your "words-known" counter as you progress through lessons.

Made for busy learners who want to
- Learn during commutes with hands-free audio content
- Combine entertainment with study
- Build real-world vocabulary from authentic sources
- Practice listening through native speech

Content for every level
Whether you're a beginner starting HSK 1 basics or an intermediate learner reading advanced prose, BaoBao offers content matched to your level; comprehensible without being watered down. (HSK is the official Chinese proficiency exam recognized by Chinese universities and employers.)

Download BaoBao today
A blend of Chinese dictionary, pinyin lookup, real-life reading, listening, and spaced-repetition review in one app. Study Mandarin at your own pace, with new content added regularly.
Read Stories, Audiobooks & AI
Updated on
Nov 6, 2026

Data safety

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  • No data shared with third parties
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  • No data collected
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  • Data is encrypted in transit
  • You can request that data be deleted

Ratings and reviews

3.39K reviews
Prem
October 8, 2026
Honestly, Baobao is a really good app. I’ve had a pretty great experience using it and there’s a lot to like about it. It feels well-made and actually useful rather than just being another random app. My only issue would be the pricing. It can get pretty expensive depending on your region. Other than that, I genuinely like the app!!
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Better Learn Company
November 5, 2026
Hi, Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled you love BaoBao. We truly appreciate your feedback on pricing. While we have no immediate plans for price adjustments, please know we hear you and will keep it in mind as we strive to improve for all regions. — BaoBao team
Patcharee Hsiao
July 10, 2026
the news page doesn't translate the whole article anymore, only one by one vocab translation, switching between Simplified and Traditional Chinese become impossible, the colors that identify the vocab level do also not function.
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Chisom Okoronkwo
September 13, 2026
Just the video and text shadowing is really good! I'm yet to explore other features but I look forward to it!
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What’s new

- Fix bugs and improve performance.
- Widget support