Pronunciation & Orthography

Learn Mandarin pronunciation and spelling with pinyin tones, initials and finals, and tone sandhi. Practical tips for accurate speech, reading, and understanding orthography and romanization rules.

Tones 1–4 & Neutral Tone

Initials & Finals

Tone Changes in Context

Stress & Intonation

Linking & Assimilation

Stroke Order & Writing Characters

Radicals & Components

Last updated: Fri Oct 24, 2025