43,000+ Words. 20,000+ Phrases.
From two-character compounds to idiomatic expressions, the dictionary captures how Chinese speakers actually combine characters to express meaning.
Every Domain, Every Register
The dictionary doesn't limit itself to textbook vocabulary. You'll find formal business language alongside casual slang, literary expressions next to internet shorthand, and specialized terminology from dozens of domains — food and cooking, travel, family life, technology, medicine, LGBTQ culture, tea culture, martial arts, and many more. Whatever corner of Chinese you need, it's here.
Transliterations
Every multi-character entry includes a word-by-word breakdown that reveals how Chinese speakers construct meaning. The word 出租车 (chūzūchē, taxi) is literally "out-rent-car." The word 电脑 (diànnǎo, computer) is literally "electric-brain." These transliterations aren't just fun — they're a powerful learning tool that helps you internalize how Chinese builds meaning from simple parts.
Compositional Links
Every word links down to its component characters and up to the phrases and sentences it appears in. This means you can always drill down to understand the parts, or zoom out to see how a word is used in context. The result is a web of connections that mirrors how Chinese itself works — meaning building from small parts to larger wholes.