Stories, guides, and insights about Chinese writing and culture.
Before you get that Chinese character tattooed, read this guide to avoid ending up with 'Spicy Chicken' or 'Cancer' on your skin instead of what you actually wanted.
Stop drawing characters like pictures. Discover how our AI coach helps you master authentic Chinese handwriting.
Think you need to memorize 50,000 characters? Think again. Discover the 'Lego' logic behind Chinese characters that makes learning 10x faster.
Beyond just saying "Happy New Year," learn the visual poetry behind the Chinese characters for January 1st: Yuán Dàn (The First Sunrise).
Discover the aesthetic beauty and logical construction of "Zhǎn Shā Xiàn" through the lens of calligraphy and character structure.
Discover the real secrets to writing perfect Chinese characters—from stroke order to the magic of grid boxes.