Pinyin · 拼音

Mandarin sounds, spelled out.

Tone-mark pinyin on every chart — the same spelling the audio uses.

Tone marks (quick map)

  • ā
    1st · high levelStay high and flat
    on vowel a
  • á
    2nd · risingLike asking a question
    on vowel a
  • ǎ
    3rd · dipLow dip, then slight rise
    on vowel a
  • à
    4th · fallingSharp fall
    on vowel a
  • a
    NeutralLight, unstressed
    on vowel a

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