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Step Ahead Mandarin is a free Mandarin-learning portal designed for Indian learners. Every topic is explained in simple English, with a Hindi explanation (चीनी व्याकरण) and English support, followed by exercises — so you understand why an answer is right, not just which option to tick.

352 grammar topics 7 modules 1794+ questions 5000 vocabulary words HSK 1–6 Hindi + English

What you can learn here

A-to-Z grammar topics

352 topics in 7 modules — tones and pinyin, measure words, pronouns, aspect particles 了/过/着, sentence order, complements and advanced patterns. Each page includes the rule, a formula, examples, common mistakes and a Hindi explanation.

Vocabulary with Hindi meanings

5000 useful words with Hindi meaning, pinyin, pronunciation and an example sentence — useful for HSK and daily reading.

Grammar patterns

Core sentence patterns and verb usage — present, past with 了, experience with 过, ongoing actions with 着 — with Hindi meanings.

Practice, tests and progress

1794+ questions with instant feedback and explanations, timed tests, a free placement test, weak-area review and certificates. Create a free account to start.

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How to use this portal

  1. Find your level — take the free placement test.
  2. Read one topic — start with the rule, the formula and the examples.
  3. Answer the exercises and read every explanation.
  4. Review your weak areas and the “Common mistakes” notes.
  5. Take a timed test and check your score before the next topic.

Frequently asked questions

Is Step Ahead Mandarin free?

Yes. All grammar topics, vocabulary lists and hanzi guides are free to read. A free account adds exercises, timed tests, the placement test, weak-area review and progress tracking.

Are the lessons in Hindi or English?

The rules are written in simple English, with a Hindi explanation for every grammar topic and English support — so you can understand the concept in the language that suits you best.

Where should a beginner start?

Start with the foundations — tones, pinyin and basic characters — then move to sentence structure and aspect particles. Answer the questions after each topic before moving on.

How many topics and questions does the portal contain?

It covers 352 grammar topics in 7 modules with 1794+ practice questions, plus 5000 vocabulary words with Hindi meanings and 0 verb and pattern entries.

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