Pleco Chinese Dictionary APK

Pleco Chinese Dictionary is a comprehensive tool designed to make learning Chinese easier and more effective. With over 17 years of experience in creating mobile learning software, Pleco combines advanced technology with user-friendly design to provide you with everything you need to succeed in Chinese. From dictionaries to handwriting recognition, flashcards, and more, Pleco is the ultimate companion for your Chinese learning journey.

Comprehensive Dictionaries

Pleco comes with two built-in dictionaries that provide you with over 130,000 Chinese words. The free app includes the popular CC-CEDICT and the proprietary PLC dictionary, both offering parts of speech, Pinyin, and thousands of example sentences. For more specialized needs, Pleco offers additional dictionaries for Cantonese, scientific terms, and more. Premium users can access 19 additional dictionaries for in-depth learning.

Handwriting Input

Not sure how to write a character? Pleco allows you to draw Chinese characters using your device’s touchscreen to look them up instantly. The basic handwriting input feature is free, but you can upgrade to the enhanced version for more advanced recognition capabilities.

Live Optical Character Recognition (OCR)

With Pleco’s Live OCR feature, you can instantly look up Chinese characters by simply pointing your device’s camera at them. Whether you're reading a menu or scanning a textbook, the OCR feature allows you to translate characters in real time. The basic version is free, and the enhanced version comes with more powerful features for serious learners.

Flashcards & Study Tools

Pleco includes a robust flashcard system to help you study and retain new words. Create cards directly from dictionary entries, use Spaced Repetition System (SRS) for efficient memorization, and study through various modes like fill-in-the-blanks and tone drills. Import premade word lists or create your own for custom learning.

Audio Pronunciation & Voice Recognition

Pleco offers audio pronunciation for over 34,000 Chinese words by native speakers, helping you improve your listening and speaking skills. You can also use voice recognition to look up words by speaking them into your device’s microphone.

Document Reader & Screen Reader

With the Document Reader feature, you can open Chinese-language documents or PDFs and tap on any word to look it up in the dictionary. The Screen Reader function enables you to instantly translate Chinese text from other apps or web pages by tapping on words.

Traditional & Simplified Characters

Pleco supports both Simplified and Traditional Chinese characters, making it suitable for learners of all types. The app also includes Pinyin and Zhuyin for pronunciation display, ensuring that you can study Chinese in whichever format is most convenient for you.

No Ads

Pleco is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted learning experience. There are no pop-up ads or nagging notifications about upgrading.

FAQs

1. Is Pleco Chinese Dictionary free?

Yes! Pleco is free to download and includes two major dictionaries—the CC-CEDICT with over 110,000 entries and the PLC dictionary with 125,000 entries, Pinyin, and example sentences.

2. What is the handwriting input feature?

Pleco allows you to draw Chinese characters directly on your device’s screen to look them up instantly. The basic version is free, while an enhanced version offers improved recognition.

3. Can I use Pleco to scan Chinese text with my camera?

Yes! Pleco includes a Live Optical Character Recognition (OCR) feature that allows you to scan Chinese text with your device's camera and instantly look up words.

4. What are the flashcard features in Pleco?

Pleco offers a flashcard system where you can create cards from dictionary entries, import word lists, and use study methods like Spaced Repetition for effective learning.

5. Does Pleco offer Cantonese support?

Yes, Pleco provides a Cantonese dictionary and supports Jyutping and Yale romanization for Cantonese learners. There are additional add-ons available for further Cantonese learning.

Version History

v3.2.94—3 Apr, 2024

Experimental fix for some issues users have been having with accessing Android system TTS

v3.2.93—20 Jan, 2024

Minor update with data file updates for CC-CEDICT and our embedded Chinese font files, plus support for adaptive icons and a few bug fixes.

v3.2.92—4 Aug, 2023

Policy compliance update