Tone Trainer
Tone
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FAQ
What modes are available in the tone trainer?
There are three modes: 1) recognizing tones by ear, 2) choosing the tone from the given pinyin, 3) a combined mode where tasks alternate.
Can I choose the number of tasks?
Yes. You can select from 10 to 50 tasks. More than 10 tasks are available only for PRO accounts.
How many tones or pinyin can appear in a task?
From 1 to 4 tones or pinyin can be included. More than 1 option per task is available only for PRO accounts.
What difficulty levels are supported?
Two levels are available: Beginner, where tones are shown in order from 1 to 5, and Shifu, where tones are mixed in random order to also train attention.
What is the main goal of the trainer?
The main task is to practice recognizing tones by ear and to correctly identify tones from pinyin.
Are there any hints available?
Yes. Hints show the Chinese character, its translation, and in single-tone tasks also an image representing the meaning.
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Tone Trainer is an online exercise designed to help you master the four tones of Mandarin Chinese. Correct tone recognition is essential — a single syllable can change its meaning entirely depending on the tone. With this tool, you can practice identifying tones by listening, matching tones to given pinyin, or try a mixed mode where tasks alternate.
Using the Tone Trainer, you’ll sharpen your ear for Mandarin pronunciation, even in tricky combinations. The trainer offers beginner and advanced levels, optional hints with translations and images, and flexible practice settings. It’s the perfect Chinese pronunciation tool for learners who want to improve tone recognition and practice Mandarin tones online.