DianLingo
Speak Dian. Speak Local.
DianLingo goes beyond language teaching — it's your key to the authentic heartbeat of Yunnan. We decode local dialect into genuine connection, turning everyday conversations into real belonging.
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Why Choose DianLingo?
Beyond language, to the heart of Yunnan.
Type-to-Learn
Learn Chinese by actively typing pinyin. Muscle memory reinforces vocabulary retention far better than passive reading.
Graded Courses
Progress from basic greetings to complex sentences. Each course is carefully curated for your learning level.
Gamified Experience
Instant feedback, accuracy stats, and progress tracking keep you motivated and coming back every day.
How It Works
Four simple steps to start mastering Chinese
See the English
Each question shows you an English word or phrase to translate.
Type the Pinyin
Use your keyboard to type the correct pinyin pronunciation.
Get Feedback
Instant visual and audio feedback tells you if you're right or wrong.
Build Vocabulary
Track your progress, build streaks, and watch your vocabulary grow.
Explore Our Courses
Authentic Yunnan dialects for genuine local connection
Puer Dialect
普洱方言
The ancient charm of southern Yunnan along the Tea-Horse Road, every word carries the aroma of Pu'er tea—"Hear the millennial echoes of the Pu'er land."
10 words
Jianshui Dialect
建水方言
The elegant speech of central Yunnan, a tonal art steeped in Confucian culture, keeping classical Chinese alive in daily conversation—"Let every word carry the heritage of the Confucian Temple."
10 words
Gejiu Dialect
个旧方言
A metallic fusion of diverse immigrant cultures, forging vibrant urban language in the echoes of the mines—"The Tin Capital that speaks, with a voice full of warmth."
10 words
Loved by Learners
Hear from students who transformed their Chinese skills
Sarah M.
Language Student
“I went from zero Chinese to having basic conversations in just 3 months. The typing approach makes vocabulary stick!”
James L.
HSK Candidate
“As someone preparing for HSK, this platform has been invaluable. The graded approach matches my study plan perfectly.”
Emily C.
Culture Enthusiast
“I love the gamification aspect. Daily streaks and instant feedback keep me coming back every day!”
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