Dictionaries
A good Chinese dictionary is non-negotiable from day one. Modern dictionary apps go far beyond definitions — they include stroke order, example sentences, OCR, and flashcard export. Pleco remains the gold standard, but web dictionaries are excellent for desktop study.
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