On-line Resources Links
1. Pinyin Tools
Pinyin.org
– Easy access to the initial, finals and combinations in pinyin.
Pinyin Practice
– Test your pinyin knowledge
PinYin Annotator
– Add pinyin to any Chinese character text
On-Line Character Input
– Type Chinese characters using pinyin and cut and paste them to your documents
2. On-Line Dictionary
Nciku.com
– A fun and user-friendly site that allows you to look up the character using your own handwriting
Chineselanguage.org
– English-Chinese/Chinese-English dictionaries with different search options.
MDBG Chinese-English on-line dictionary
– Two-way dictionary, translation, pinyin input and many other tool.
Lin Yutang Chinese-English on-line dictionary
– Lin Yutang English-Chinese-pinyin dictionary with sound files.
3. Chinese language and culture resources
Zhongwen.com
– Chinese characters and culture resources, including a character genealogy and dictionary, and some Chinese classical readings.
Mandarintools.com
– Tools to help people learn and use Chinese, including dictionaries, flashcards, and a tool to get a Chinese name.
Chinesepod.com
– Free daily podcasts, lesson review, and guidance from experts. Materials have a wide coverage, suitable for beginners as well as advanced learners.
More on-line resources available at Dr. Hannah Lin’s Home Page.