HK Chinese Lexical List for Android

App summary

HK Chinese Lexical List is an Android app created by Secmenu Technology Limited. It is built to align with the Hong Kong Education Bureau’s “Lexical List for Chinese Learning in Hong Kong” and is aimed primarily at primary-school students who are learning Chinese characters and correct stroke order.

Core functions

• Animated stroke diagrams that demonstrate the correct order and direction for writing characters.
• A fast lookup tool for locating characters and phrases.
• Example sentences, Chinese phrases, Pinyin, and English glosses to support comprehension.
• Grid overlays to help learners practice proper character proportions.
• Native-speaker audio for both Cantonese and Mandarin so users can hear accurate pronunciation.
• The ability to produce and print worksheets for offline practice.
• Quick in-app cross-references: tap a phrase in search results to view related entries and definitions.

How it supports learning

The app combines visual, auditory, and hands-on practice elements to reinforce character recognition and production. Stroke animations and grid control give clear models for writing, while audio samples and example sentences build listening and reading comprehension. Printable worksheets make it easy to convert digital practice into physical writing exercises.

Development status and cost

This application is actively maintained, with frequent updates that expand the database and add new features. It is available for free and does not require in-app purchases to access its core functionality.

Where to get it

HK Chinese Lexical List is distributed for Android devices. It can be found on various app marketplaces, including the OPPO App Market. The app is free to download and use.