SproutLit - Learn Chinese
2000 Characters, Offline
Free · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.
Minimalist Chinese literacy tool. 2000+ graded characters, large fonts, native audio, 17 themes, eye-care colors. Fully offline,5 min/day for real progress.
Tired of flashy animations and reward loops that distract from actual learning?
SproutLit is a minimalist Chinese literacy tool that goes back to what matters. No gamified rewards. No background music. Just large characters, clear pronunciation, and calm focus.
CORE FEATURES
Scientifically Graded Character Sets
2,200+ commonly used Chinese characters organized into 4 levels, referencing the established "4-5-6 Quick Read" methodology and China's national character standards. Level 1 starts with 200 high-frequency daily words. Level 2 adds 500 core reading characters. Level 3 brings 1,000 characters for independent reading. Level 4 extends with 538 advanced characters. Clear milestones at every step.
Extra-Large Character Cards
180pt character display designed for comfortable reading. Adjustable font sizes across multiple levels so users of all ages can learn comfortably. Large tap targets for easy operation.
Standard Pronunciation
Tap any character card to hear native Mandarin pronunciation. Audio is loaded locally for instant playback. When local audio is unavailable, the app automatically uses system speech synthesis as a fallback. Toggle pinyin on or off to match your learning stage.
Semantic Association Learning
Characters are grouped into 17 thematic categories: body parts, animals, nature, food, daily life, actions, family, and more. Build vocabulary by connecting characters to the world around you, not by rote memorization.
Writing Practice
Built-in writing canvas lets you practice stroke order with adjustable brush colors and widths. Review past writing sessions to track progress over time.
Eye-Care Color Themes
Low-saturation warm tones designed for extended use without fatigue. Choose from 8 curated color themes with light, dark, and system-follow modes.
18-Language Interface
Supports 18 interface languages including Chinese, English, Japanese, Korean, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic, Dutch, Polish, Turkish, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Malay, Thai, and Hindi. Users around the world can learn in their native language.
Fully Offline
Works without any internet connection, including Airplane Mode. All character data and audio are bundled within the app. No external services required.
Parent Controls
Adjust learning level, daily goals, font size, pinyin display, and more.
DESIGNED FOR REAL LIFE
Waiting moments: Turn idle time at clinics, queues, or transit into learning opportunities.
School preparation: Systematically build character recognition for a smooth transition to primary school.
Independent exploration: Large text and simple interface let anyone learn on their own.
Daily habit: Just 5 to 15 minutes a day for steady, natural progress.
HOW WE ARE DIFFERENT
Unlike gamified literacy apps with level maps, character IPs, star rewards, and social leaderboards, SproutLit intentionally removes all distractions. We believe the essence of character recognition is simple: see the character, hear the sound, remember it. No extra stimulation needed. A minimalist interface helps build genuine focus.
TRUST AND SAFETY
Zero personal data collection, zero network requests
All data stored locally on your device
Compliant with COPPA, GDPR, and PIPL privacy regulations
Make character learning simple. Make learning focused.
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Data Not Collected
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Information
- Seller
- 东申 王
- Size
- 61.7 MB
- Category
- Education
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 16.0 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 16.0 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 16.0 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 13.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
English and 19 more
- English, Arabic, Dutch, French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Vietnamese
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Copyright
- © 2026@Wang Dongshen