Learn Chinese As You Read It

From your first 你好(nǐ hǎo) to fluent conversations, maayot adapts to your level, goals, and pace with daily, bite-sized stories crafted by certified Chinese teachers. No boring drills — just meaningful progress, one engaging story at a time.

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How maayot works

Turning stories into stealthy flashcards

Imagine flashcards that feel like reading a gripping newsletter — that’s maayot, an invisible flashcards system but way more engaging. Every story you read teaches new words and quietly reviews at-risk words in context — right before they slip your mind.

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yuán lái 我
yuán lái 以后
yuán lái 再也
yuán lái 不
yuán lái 去
chāo shì 超市
yuán lái 买菜
yuán lái 了
yuán lái 。
yuán lái 菜市场
yuán lái 的
yuán lái 菜
yuán lái 比
chāo shì 超市
yuán lái 的
yuán lái 便宜
yuán lái 多
yuán lái 了
yuán lái ！
yuán lái 我
yuán lái 去
yuán lái 的
yuán lái 是
yuán lái 我
yuán lái 公司
yuán lái 附近
fù jìn 的
yuán lái 菜市场
yuán lái 。
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High-frequency new words

For steady growth

“On-the-brink” vocabulary

For reinforcement

Step 1

Read & Listen

Dive into authentic stories crafted by teachers, not AI. Each comes with a native-level audio recording to train your ear and pronunciation.

Step 2

Test & Review

Test yourself with a quick story-based quiz in Chinese — get instant feedback to spot gaps before they become bad habits.

Step 3

Write & Speak (No Pressure!)

Respond to a story-inspired prompt. Write a few sentences or record a voice note, all up to you.

The maayot methodology

What makes maayot different?

01

Real Chinese for real life

Forget robotic textbook dialogues. Every maayot story is crafted by professionals using real-life phrases you’ll actually use — like texting a friend. Learn natural Chinese, not classroom Chinese.

02

Vocab that sticks

Every story is a chance to absorb words and grammar naturally through the context — like how you learned your first language. Come across unfamiliar characters? Tap any character for definitions, pinyin, and examples.

04

Chinese through culture

Explore modern China — its news, slang, people, and traditions — while mastering the language. You’re not just learning words; you’re experiencing how Chinese live and breathe.

05

Read anywhere, anytime

Commute, coffee break, or waiting for a friend? Perfect. Consume your daily story on your phone, laptop, or tablet — wherever your day takes you. maayot fits your life, not the other way around.

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maayot is a game-changer for my Chinese studies. The massive library of graded readers is perfect for my level, and I love that I can adjust the difficulty as I improve. Plus, the app's interface is clean and intuitive. Highly recommend it to anyone learning Chinese!

Wayne Olson

Such an underrated tool for learning Chinese; really one of my go-to for daily reading practice. Keep up the good work!

Marina L

The best thing about how maayot teaches Chinese is how it shows a word or phrase's application in everyday speaking, and also gives insight into the ways in which language is refined for everyday conversation.

Karina H

Resources I've been using to learn Chinese tend to be quite stale, and rather boring. maayot is great for me to stay up-to-speed.

Debra D.

maayot is a game-changer for my Chinese studies. The massive library of graded readers is perfect for my level, and I love that I can adjust the difficulty as I improve. Plus, the app's interface is clean and intuitive. Highly recommend it to anyone learning Chinese!

Wayne Olson

Such an underrated tool for learning Chinese; really one of my go-to for daily reading practice. Keep up the good work!

Marina L

The best thing about how maayot teaches Chinese is how it shows a word or phrase's application in everyday speaking, and also gives insight into the ways in which language is refined for everyday conversation.

Karina H

Resources I've been using to learn Chinese tend to be quite stale, and rather boring. maayot is great for me to stay up-to-speed.

Debra D.

Excellent Learning Tool!!! Maayot is an amazing app for improving my Chinese language skills. The daily reading exercises and vocabulary quizzes are incredibly helpful in making learning fun and engaging. I love how it adapts to my level and tracks my progress. The interface is easy to use, and the audio pronunciation is a great feature. This app has truly enhanced my learning experience. Highly recommend Maayot to anyone serious about learning Chinese. Five stars!

F E

Fantastic app for learning Chinese! Easy to use, with clear lessons and interactive features. Perfect for a beginner like me and advanced learners alike. Highly recommend for Chinese language enthusiasts.

John Nduati

Simple, intuitive app, excellent for anyone who wants to increase their vocabulary. Furthermore, the stories are really interesting. I recommend it to anyone who shows interest in this language.

Martina Guanta

Excellent Learning Tool!!! Maayot is an amazing app for improving my Chinese language skills. The daily reading exercises and vocabulary quizzes are incredibly helpful in making learning fun and engaging. I love how it adapts to my level and tracks my progress. The interface is easy to use, and the audio pronunciation is a great feature. This app has truly enhanced my learning experience. Highly recommend Maayot to anyone serious about learning Chinese. Five stars!

F E

Fantastic app for learning Chinese! Easy to use, with clear lessons and interactive features. Perfect for a beginner like me and advanced learners alike. Highly recommend for Chinese language enthusiasts.

John Nduati

Simple, intuitive app, excellent for anyone who wants to increase their vocabulary. Furthermore, the stories are really interesting. I recommend it to anyone who shows interest in this language.

Martina Guanta
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Daily 1-on-1 guidance without hassle

Submit any writing/speech (even 1 sentence!) inspired by your daily story.
Within 24 hours, a certified teacher will send you:

Error breakdowns 

No scheduling: Submit your homework anytime, get expert help by tomorrow.

Grammar, tones, pronunciation, wording...

Natural phrasing tweaks

Real humans: AI can’t spot nuanced mistakes or praise your progress.

“A local would say....”

Actionable tips 

Continuous improvement: Apply feedback immediately in your next story.

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Your maayot questions, answered

FAQ

maayot focuses on real-world fluency, not gamified phrases. You’ll learn through stories locals actually read, get feedback from certified teachers, and review words in context (not flashcards).

maayot focuses on real-world fluency, not gamified phrases. You’ll learn through stories locals actually read, get feedback from certified teachers, and review words in context (not flashcards).

No pressure! maayot works at your pace. Skip days guilt-free — but don’t forget to come back.

Most submissions get detailed feedback within 24 hours (often sooner!). Very occasionally it may take longer - our teachers deserve breaks too.

Of course. You can cancel at any time through your account settings. But remember, you are always welcome to come back and continue your studies at maayot.

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