YouTube
| Channel | Optimal Learning | Subscribers |
|---|---|---|
| Baby Bus | Use animated nursery rhymes to build foundational vocabulary. Great for young learners and beginners. | 41.3M |
| Li Zi Qi | Watch w/o subtitles 1st to infer meaning from visuals; cook alongside videos to learn verbs. Replay with Chinese subs for reinforcement. | 27.3M |
| Xiao Ma NYC | Follow her craft tutorials while learning material and action verbs through hands-on activities. | 6.72M |
| iQIYI 爱奇艺 | Binge historical dramas like 苍兰诀 (Cāng Lán Jué) with auto-translate subs. Compile dynasty-specific terms in a dedicated glossary. | 6.36M |
| Eko Languages | Follow their 7-minute daily challenge playlists for consistent, bite-sized learning sessions. | 5.47M |
| JO Channel | Learn basic verbs through parent-child activity videos. Sing along with karaoke-style subtitles for character recognition. | 4.25M |
| This Group of People TGOP | Decode Taiwanese Mandarin humor with bilingual subs; analyze sarcasm in sketches. Use cultural nuances for listening agility. | 3.48M |
| Brian Wiles | Focus on his cultural deep dives to understand context behind expressions. Use his vlog-style lessons to learn conversational Chinese in real-life situations. | 2.73M |
| Ting Ting | Use her slow-speaking videos for bedtime listening practice to improve listening comprehension. | 2.55M |
| Chinese with Jessie | Practice with her situational role-play scenarios. Record yourself repeating dialogues. | 1.79M |
| Polyglot Pablo | Learn from his multilingual comparison techniques. His language hacks save time and effort. | 1.77M |
| Lang Focus | Watch his Chinese language overview first, then dive into specific grammar comparison videos. | 1.52M |
| Oriental Pearl | Watch live interaction videos without subtitles first. Predict conversation directions before checking translations. | 1.4M |
| Amanda Tastes 曼食慢语 | Cook alongside her tutorials using Chinese-only instructions. Screenshot recipe steps to create visual flashcards. | 1.37M |
| Kazu Languages | Watch his multilingual comparison videos to understand Chinese through language transfer. Practice with his pronunciation guides that highlight subtle sound differences. | 1.32M |
| Harbin Mandarin | Focus on northeastern accent; use older videos for foundational pinyin. Ideal for dialect exposure. | 797K |
| Everyday Chinese | Watch their situational dialogues and practice role-playing. Shadow speakers in street-interview videos; use “100 Common Phrases” playlists daily. Mimic tones/gestures for natural delivery. | 772K |
| Zoe Languages | Follow her study routines and adapt her note-taking methods for Chinese. | 771K |
| Izzy Sealey | Watch her language learning journey videos for motivation. Her pronunciation tips are especially helpful for English speakers. | 752K |
| Off the Great Wall | Watch cultural deep dives (e.g., regional cuisine) with note-taking. Analyze code-switching in comedy sketches for slang/pragmatics. Entertaining way to learn about Chinese culture while practicing listening. | 736K* |
| Little Fox Chinese | Watch with children/beginners; sing along to stories. Use quizzes for retention; ideal for family learning. | 702K |
| Chinese Class 101 | Use their “repeat after me” videos for pronunciation practice. Follow structured “Pathways” playlists for HSK alignment. Enable bilingual subs + 0.75x speed for grammar deep dives. | 693K |
| Thomas 阿福 | Follow his German-Chinese family vlogs for cross-cultural vocabulary. Repeat sentences mimicking his neutral accent. | 638K |
| Miss Vicky 빅키샘 | Korean speakers: Use her K-pop to Chinese translation videos for comparative learning. | 552K |
| Blondie in China | Analyze cultural comparison videos to understand context-specific language usage. | 532K |
| Chinese for.Us | Their beginner course builds excellent foundations. Copy characters during writing tutorials; use stroke-order animations for visual memorization. Focus on HSK-focused grammar drills. | 505K |
| Ryan Hale | Learn from gaming and follow his optimal study guidelines. | 491K |
| Chen Dynasty | Focuses on practical spoken Chinese with cultural insights. Excellent for learners who want natural, conversational Mandarin. | 465K |
| Ms.Tomato | Watch her cooking videos to learn food vocabulary in context. Pay attention to how she explains cultural connections to language. | 447K |
| Mandarin Corner | Watch their “Learn Mandarin in Indonesian Bahasa. | 409K |
| Kevin in Shanghai | Watch vlogs without subs first; replay with Chinese subs. Analyze cultural slang in comments. Best for advanced listening practice. | 402K |
| Yo Yo Chinese | Perfect for beginners – start with their pinyin and tones playlist. Master tones using Yangyang’s “English equivalent” method. Drill tone pairs before advancing to conversational series. | 393K |
| Andy & Sarah Mandarin | Practice writing with “Whiteboard Tutorials” – screenshot characters to trace. Role-play situational skits (e.g., markets, hotels). | 337K |
| Grace Mandarin Chinese | Her tone comparison videos are excellent for mastering pronunciation. Leverage “homophone comparison” to fix… Switch traditional character playlists advanced practice. | 316K |
| Fu Lin Fang 拂菻坊 | Follow her travel vlogs to learn location-based vocabulary naturally. Pay special attention to how she explains cultural etiquette in different social situations. | 311K |
| Yi Min Chinese 艺敏中文 | Memorize via GIFs/slideshows in HSK 1-3 courses; sing vocabulary songs for retention. Use movie clips for thematic immersion. | 282K |
| Free to Learn Chinese 每日中文课 | Join weekly Zoom speaking clubs (HSK3+); use AI teacher recommendations for personalized review. Focus on policy/business vocab. Join their live speaking practice sessions. Use the HSK vocabulary playlists for test preparation. | 274K |
| Mandarin Click | Watch street interview videos and shadow native speakers. Use slow playback for pronunciation practice. | 272K |
| ChinesePod | Start with Newbie level podcasts and gradually progress. Use their dialogue breakdowns for listening practice. | 272K |
| Shuo Shuo Chinese 说说中文 | Great for learning colloquial expressions and slang. Recreate skits with language partners; activate auto-translate captions for storytelling. Focus on humor for slang acquisition. | 259K |
| Learn Chinese Now | Binge-watch grammar particle videos (被, 才); use Pokémon/culture videos for thematic vocab. Focus on Taiwanese Mandarin nuances. | 259K |
| Learn Chinese with Emma | Follow her HSK-aligned playlists sequentially. Pay special attention to tone comparison videos. Her character breakdowns help understand radicals and components. | 258K |
| Mandarin Corner2 | Watch interviews with Chinese → English subs → no subs progressively. Note HSK vocab from descriptions; shadow speakers for fluency. | 245K |
| Jian Xiao Bai 小白的奇幻旅行 | Watch animated stories first without subtitles, then with Chinese subtitles to build comprehension. | 239K |
| Useful Chinese with Chris | Focus on their situational dialogues for real-world usage. Bookmark their survival Chinese phrases for quick reference. | 169K |
| Learn Chinese with Li Tao | Complete HSK 1 playlist sequentially. Use “slow motion” lip-syncing for tone drills; focus on character etymology. | 167K |
| Chineasy | Pause animations to sketch characters as images during tutorials; start with “building blocks” playlist; teach others using visual metaphors. Ideal for radical foundations. Combine visual metaphors with stories. Uses visual storytelling to make Chinese characters memorable. Great for beginners who want to learn through illustrations and mnemonics. | 159K |
| Mandarin Blueprint | Watch their “Comprehensible Input” videos daily for immersion-style learning. Pair “Character Learning” videos with Anki; sketch mnemonic stories during tutorials. Use HSK 5-6 breakdowns for advanced prep. | 154K |
| Katherine’s Journey to the East | Follow her daily life vlogs to learn practical vocabulary in authentic contexts. | 145K |
| Smart Mandarin – Katrina Lee | Mimic her pronunciation drills daily. Focus on tone pairs and difficult sounds. | 140K |
| Smart Tokki | Learn through their K-pop and drama analysis videos. Their comparisons between Chinese and Korean are insightful. | 138K |
| Chinese Zero to Hero | Follow their HSK-aligned courses in order. Great for structured learning. Use 4-hour exam prep marathons for listening stamina. Download audio for passive commutes; target HSK 4-6 gaps. | 135K |
| SyS Mandarin | Pause movie clip breakdowns to guess meanings; rewrite sentences with new vocab. Focus on colloquial transitions. | 130K |
| Learn Chinese with Yi Zhao | Follow “Shanghai vlogs” for daily nouns; use 3-hour intro lesson for foundational grammar. Focus on HSK test prep. | 123K |
| Learn Chinese Online | Systematically work through their structured beginner courses before advancing. | 118K |
| Ariin Beijing | Watch vlogs without subtitles first, then replay with Chinese subtitles to pick up colloquial phrases. | 113K |
| China Hour | Immerse yourself with their documentary-style content. The cultural segments provide important context. | 111K |
| WINSTAR Chinese Language Class | Benefit from their classroom-style structured lessons. Their repetition exercises are great for muscle memory. | 102K |
| Chinese Buddy | Sing along to vocabulary songs; use animations for kid-friendly retention. Dance to reinforce kinesthetic learning. Fun animations make vocabulary memorable. | 101K |
| Mr. Sun Mandarin | Study his grammar explanation videos with note-taking for systematic learning. Offers clear explanations of grammar and vocabulary with a focus on real-life usage. Good for intermediate learners. | 95.5K |
| Jane Wang | Watch her vlogs for natural conversational Chinese. Her bilingual explanations help bridge understanding gaps. | 94.5K |
| Talkin Chinese RedRed | Watch their street interview videos for authentic speech. The natural speed helps train your listening comprehension. | 92.5K |
| Train Chinese | Use 1-minute word videos for quick reviews; pair with app for SRS flashcards. Focus on HSK test prep. | 88.4K |
| Little Chinese Learners Simplified 简中 | Use their children’s songs and stories for simple, clear language for daily 15-minute immersion sessions. The songs and games make learning fun and engaging. | 87.2K |
| ABChinese | Follow their thematic vocabulary playlists (food, travel, etc.) for practical language use. | 84.1K |
| Ali Mi Mi Learning | Use nursery rhymes for tones; dance to vocabulary songs. Ideal for kinesthetic learners and young students. | 81.7K |
| A Little Chinese 小不點中文 | Use colorful animations with children for basic vocabulary building through songs and repetition. | 78.4K |
| Janus Academy | Prioritize “No Nonsense” grammar shorts; use business Mandarin playlists for professional needs. Focus on Singaporean Chinese nuances. | 74.2K |
| Joy Chinese | Pause movie clips; guess phrase meanings before explanations. Categorize vocab by themes (e.g., relationships, work). | 72.2K |
| Rita Mandarin Chinese | Use her character writing tutorials with proper stroke order practice. | 64.5K |
| Learn Chinese Essentials | Binge-watch drama snippets; create themed vocab lists (e.g., business, emotions). Use context-rich dialogues for retention. | 62.1K |
| Fluent in Mandarin | Study advanced grammar explanations and practice through their case study analyses. | 61.9K |
| Slow & Clear Chinese | Listen → read pinyin → read characters. Use two-speed narration (slow/fast) for incremental challenge. | 58.2K |
| Chinese Mandarin Cherry | zzz | 52.7K |
| Taiwan Mandarin with Miss Lin | Role-play check-in/check-out dialogues; study payment/transport videos before China trips. Prioritize hotel/convenience store scenarios. | 48.8K |
| Masen Souza | Use his beginner-friendly breakdowns to build core grammar foundations. Mimic his tone drills that focus on difficult sound combinations for English speakers. | 46.6K |
| Sing & Learn Chinese | Learn through catchy songs and music videos. Perfect for auditory learners and children studying Mandarin. Type lyrics while listening; isolate repeated choruses for quick wins. Ideal for tonal awareness through music. | 42.7K |
| Mandarin HQ | Analyze movie clips with pop-up dictionaries; focus on colloquial transitions. Rewrite sentences with new vocab from real-world dialogues. | 42.6K |
| Lindsay Williams | Watch her travel vlogs for location-specific vocabulary. Her interactions with locals model natural conversations. | 42.2K |
| Chinese Characters 3000 | HSK-focused: Study weekly uploads for incremental vocab. Copy words 10x after tutorials; use spaced repetition. | 41.5K |
| That’s Mandarin | Use “difference between” videos for synonyms (HSK5); drill measure words with worksheets. Prioritize business Mandarin playlists. | 40.3K |
| Kellian Adams | Use her game-based lessons for interactive learning. The playful approach reduces learning stress. | 38.6K |
| Chinese Handwriting | zzz | 33.4K |
| Three Seven Two Shop 37.2 | zzz | 33.1K |
| Lazy Chinese | Start with A0 playlists; use gestures/props to infer meaning. Ideal for zero foundations via comprehensible input. | 33K |
| Peggy Teaches Chinese | Cook/Travel alongside Peggy; label household items with her vocab. Focus on holiday-themed episodes for contextual learning. | 32.8K |
| Easy Mandarin | Street interviews: Listen → repeat → shadow. Use on-screen subs for character recognition; focus on authentic interactions. | 32.1K |
| In Chinese | Utilize their immersion approach by watching without subtitles first. Their slow speech videos are great for beginners. | 30K |
| ABCs of Chinese | Start with their alphabet and phonics videos if you’re new. Their stroke order tutorials are perfect for writing practice. | 29.6K |
| GoEast Mandarin | Study “Beyond Class” skits for slang; replay without English subs after initial watch. Target humor for colloquial mastery. | 29.4K |
| Will Hart 何威 | zzz | 25.8K |
| Learn Chinese | Use their structured lessons for systematic learning. Take notes on their character writing tutorials for better retention. | 23.3K |
| Elementary Chinese | Watch “expat interviews” for survival phrases; study payment/transport videos before China trips. Focus on real-world interactions. | 23.1K |
| Chinese with Jen | Analyze drama clips with breakdowns; rewrite endings using target grammar. Use TV shows for cultural slang. | 23K |
| Understanding Chinese Characters | zzz | 21.2K |
| Chinestory Club 汉语故事汇 | Listen to stories while reading along to improve reading comprehension. | 21.1K |
| FluentU Chinese | Analyze movie/news clips with pop-up dictionaries; use real-world content for listening immersion. Pair with app for flashcards. | 20.1K |
| LTL Mandarin School | Use their character decomposition videos with spaced repetition. Focus on radical recognition. | 19.8K |
| Wen Yu Chinese | Pause movie scenes; predict dialogue before explanations. Analyze grammar in pop culture contexts; create sentence banks. | 19K |
| Ya Ya Mandarin | zzz | 17.1K |
| Lenguin Language Lessons | Use their character decomposition videos to understand radicals. Their memory techniques make complex characters easier. | 14.4K |
| Mandarin Moon | zzz | 13.2K |
| Chinese with Christine | Watch her culture-focused lessons to learn vocabulary in context. Good for intermediate learners. | 13K |
| Chinese with Ben | Watch his street interview analyses to understand natural speaking speed. Practice with his “Chinese in Minutes” shorts for quick daily learning sessions. | 11K |
| Simple Chinese | zzz | 10K |
| Hit Chinese | Associate words with physical actions using props/gestures; pause to draw scenes from stories. Best for visual learners. | 8.9K |
| Caddberrie | Organized and detailed resources for beginners. Also fluent in Korean and Vietnamese. | 8K |
| Li Zhi Mandarin | Practice with their tone comparison exercises to train your ear. Their grammar breakdowns are excellent for clarification. | 7.53K |
| Growing Up with Chinese | Follow 100-episode series sequentially; reenact skits with friends. Use CCTV-style lessons for structured immersion. | 6.5K |
| Bla Bla Chinese | zzz | 6.45K |
| Little Chinese Learners Traditional 简中 | Perfect for children – use their songs and stories for daily 15-minute immersion sessions. | 5.5K |
| LangAdvance Chinese | Follow their structured pathway from absolute beginner to advanced. Use their character decomposition videos to understand radical-based word formation. | 5.18K |
| Da Nai 丹娜 | Learn through her personal language journey videos. Her mistakes and corrections are valuable learning points. | 3.94K |
| Ms. Celine’s Classroom | Follow their textbook-style lessons for academic learners. The homework assignments provide good practice. | 3.61K |
| Learn Chinese For Free 免费学中文 | Start with their HSK-aligned playlists for systematic progression. Use their bilingual dialogue videos to practice switching between English and Chinese thinking. | 3.55K |
| Yumii Love | Watch relationship and dating vocabulary videos for casual conversation skills. | 3K |
| Simple Chinese | Follow their daily life vlogs for practical vocabulary. Pause to repeat sentences and mimic their intonation patterns. | 2.97k |
| Liss Learns | Follow her progress videos for beginner-friendly content. Her study vlogs show effective learning routines. | 2.87K |
| Lingo Mastery Chinese Mandarin | Use their story-based lessons to learn vocabulary in meaningful context. Practice with their listening comprehension exercises that gradually increase in difficulty. | 2.14K |
| Language Learning | Watch their polyglot interviews for effective learning strategies. Focus on their comparison videos that highlight differences between Chinese and other languages. | 2.05K |
| Fu Fu Chinese | Watch their polyglot interviews for effective learning strategies. Focus on their comparison videos that highlight differences between Chinese and other languages. | 1.81K |
| Teacup Chinese | Follow their tea-themed lessons for relaxed learning. Their cultural insights add depth to language understanding. | 1.79K |
| Languages with Nic | Try their speaking challenge videos to practice output. The accent training helps sound more natural. | 1.41K |
| Steve Kaufmann | Apply his “comprehensible input” approach – focus on listening before speaking. Start with his Chinese journey videos. | 1.3K |
| Lang Dojo | zzz | .9K |
| Melody Wu | Follow her business Chinese series for professional vocabulary. Use her real-life scenario videos to practice workplace conversations and emails. | .56K |
| Smart Chinese | Focus on their business Chinese series. Practice formal email writing using their templates. | .4K |
| Learn Chinese with Candice | Use her homophone and regional accent comparison videos to refine pronunciation. | .3K |
| Chinese Hulu | Watch authentic Chinese TV shows with dual subtitles for immersion. Use their pause-and-repeat feature to practice mimicking native pronunciation. | .3K |
| Hanying Xu | Watch her business Chinese series for professional contexts. Her formal speech examples are valuable for work. | .23k |
| Smart Mandarin | Focus on their tone pairs practice to master difficult sound combinations. Use their situational dialogues to learn practical phrases for specific contexts. | .2K |
| Chinese Hulu Extra | Use their drama clips with bilingual subtitles to learn conversational Chinese. | .1K |
| eChineseLearning | Prioritize 1-on-1 class previews for personalized feedback. Use Q&A videos to troubleshoot common errors. | .06K |
| All Things Joyful | Learn Chinese Health & Beauty. | .02K |
| Learn Chinese in 88 Days | Learn Basic Chinese in 88 Days in only 2 hours a day. | .01K |
| DuanDuan 中文 | Practice character writing with their stroke-order animations. Use their spaced repetition system for efficient character retention and recognition. | .001K |
| iQIYI 爱奇艺 | Watch original Chinese dramas with learning-focused subtitle options. Use their mobile app’s playback controls to slow down dialogue for better comprehension. | 00k |
| Kiun B | Learn through their music-based lessons for memorable phrases. Their karaoke-style videos help with rhythm and tones. | 0k |
Audio
| 中文 Favorites | Enjoy some of our Favorite Chinese Songs. | 0K |
| 中文 Greatest Hits | Listen to great Chinese songs daily. | 6.8K |
| 中文 Songs | Thousands of Chinese Mandarin Songs. | 4.1K |
| Jay Chou 周杰倫 Zhōu Jié Lún | Top musician from Tai Wan. | .33K |
| ChinesePod | Listen to the same lesson multiple times over several days. | 00K |
| Slow Chinese | First listen without reading, then with transcript, then shadow the speaker. | 00K |
| Chinese Learn Online | Listen during commute and repeat phrases aloud. | 00K |
| Podcast | Description | 00K |
| Podcast | Description | 00K |
Flash Cards
| Dictionary Zì Diǎn 字典 Diccionario 辞書 Ji Sho | Practice these common phrases daily. | 00K |
| Languages 語言 Idiomas 言語 Gengo | Practice these common phrases daily. | 00K |
| Anki | Download pre-made HSK decks and review daily for 15-20 minutes. | 00K |
| Chinese Spoonfed Anki Deck | Use audio cards for listening practice. | 00K |
| Pleco | Flashcards & Dictionary. Use the OCR feature to look up characters in real-world materials. | 00K |
| Memrise | Use user-created HSK courses and the “Difficult Words” feature. | 00K |
| Chinese-Tools Flashcards | Great for quick review sessions when you have 5 spare minutes. | 00K |
Apps
| Mandarin Blueprint | Their free character learning method is revolutionary. | 00K |
| Languages 語言 Idiomas 言語 Gengo | Practice any language as needed. | 00K |
| G Translate | Translate any language to any language. | 00K |
| Chinese Text Analyser | Analyze texts to find vocabulary you should learn next. | 00K |
| HelloChinese | Complete one lesson daily and use the speech recognition feature. | 00K |
| Duolingo Chinese | Best for daily 10-15 minute practice sessions to build consistency. | 00K |
| ChineseSkill | The game-like format makes practice enjoyable. | 00K |
| LingoDeer | Excellent for grammar explanations and sentence structures. | 00K |
| Clozemaster | Best for intermediate learners to boost vocabulary in context. | 00K |
| Skritter | Writing App. Practice writing characters you’re learning in Pleco/Anki. | 00K |
| Chinese Input Method | Typing Tool. Practice typing words you’re learning to reinforce them. | 00K |
| Chinese Converter | Use the pinyin converter to check your pronunciation. | 00K |
| Apps | Type | Pro Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Chinese Character Wiki | Character Reference | Study character components to make learning new characters easier. |
| Chinese Grammar Wiki | Reference | Bookmark grammar points you struggle with and review weekly. |
| Chinese Pronunciation Wiki | Pronunciation Guide | Record yourself and compare to the audio examples. |
| The Chairman’s Bao | News Reader | Read one article daily, highlighting unknown words to look up later. |
| Chinese Boost | Grammar Resource | When learning new grammar, create your own example sentences. |
| MDBG Chinese Dictionary | Dictionary | Use the example sentences to see words in context. |
| Chinese Hack | Learning Tips | Implement one learning hack each week. |
| Chinese Language Stack Exchange | Q&A Forum | Search before asking – most questions already answered. |
| Chinese Reading Practice | Reading Material | Start with A1 level and work your way up gradually. |
| Chinese Breeze Graded Readers | Reading Material | Read without dictionary first, then look up key words. |
| Chinese Reading World | Reading Material | Read aloud to practice pronunciation and fluency. |
| Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK) Online | Test Prep | Take practice tests monthly to track your progress. |
| Translation Translate Translator Ting Babel Fish | 中 文Food Music Video | Learning 維基百科 Shu Ren Network Travel |