FREQUENCY
Read broader, faster
Built around Jun Da’s frequency ordering. Learn the most common characters first so reading coverage expands as quickly as possible.
hanzi.cool
Read Chinese
faster.
Hanzi.cool is built for focused character training: choose the session that matches your goal, build recognition in short sessions, and revisit material before it starts to slip.
300
core chars
~70%
text coverage
2,400+
bundled
Why this works
Start with the most frequent characters, train recognition under repetition, and turn study sessions into a habit with optional practice reminders after you sign in.
The method in practice
Learn the right characters first
Pick the right session. Frequency, Topics, and HSK each serve a different reason to study. The method works best when the path matches the goal.
Recognition before recall. Reading begins when you can spot characters quickly. Recognition drills build pattern memory before output becomes the bottleneck.
Review when due. Review stays short because it shows up when memory needs reinforcement—not when a rigid calendar tells you to cram.
One method, multiple paths
TOPICS
Review by concept
Quick review around real-world categories—travel, food, shopping, family, and more—when you want focused relevance instead of broad coverage.
HSK
Study the official track
Follow the widely recognised Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK) syllabus when your goal is the standard proficiency benchmark.