Daily Chengyu - Chinese Study

Learn a Chinese idiom daily.

Only for iPhone

Free · In‑App Purchases · Designed for iPhone. Not verified for macOS.

iPhone

Daily Chengyu brings you a new Chinese idiom (成语, chéngyǔ) every single day — complete with its meaning, historical origin, pinyin pronunciation, and a breakdown of every character. Chengyu are four-character idioms rooted in ancient Chinese literature, historical events, and folk stories. Understanding them unlocks a deeper appreciation of the language and the culture behind it — and impresses native speakers. WHAT YOU GET • A new chengyu every day, with yesterday's always one tap away • Full meaning and historical origin for every idiom • Character-by-character definitions so you understand every piece • Pinyin pronunciation guide • Browse and search the full collection • Daily reminder notifications to keep your streak going PREMIUM — ONE-TIME PURCHASE The free version includes 5 classic chengyus to get you started. Upgrade once to unlock everything — forever, no subscription required. • 700+ Chinese idioms and counting • Save favorites to revisit anytime • No ads, ever • All future content included Whether you're a beginner curious about Chinese culture, a student preparing for HSK exams, or a fluent speaker who wants to go deeper — Daily Chengyu is built for you. 开始学习吧。Let's start learning.

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What's New in 2.2 - Example sentences! Every idiom now shows how it's used in real life, with the Chinese sentence, pinyin, and an English translation. - Richer origin stories — we've expanded and fact-checked the history behind all 700+ idioms so you get the full tale, not just a summary. - Various fixes and refinements for a smoother experience.

Version 2.2

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    Information

    Seller
    Clint Tustison
    Size
    1.8 MB
    Category
    Reference
    Compatibility
    Requires iOS 17.6 or later.
    • iPhone
      Requires iOS 17.6 or later.
    • Mac
      Requires macOS 14.6 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
    • Apple Vision
      Requires visionOS 1.3 or later.
    Languages
    English
    Age Rating
    13+
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      Alcohol, Tobacco, Drug Use or References
    In-App Purchases
    Yes
    Copyright
    © 2026 Clint Tustison
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