Learn Any Writing System with Stroke-by-Stroke Guidance
Chinese, Arabic, Japanese, Korean, Hebrew, Hindi—master stroke order for any script with real-time feedback. Our platform works with every writing system because teachers create the content, not templates.
Browse Language Courses →Why Stroke Order Matters
It's Not Just About the Final Shape
In Chinese, Japanese, and Korean, stroke order affects how native readers perceive your writing. Wrong order can make characters unreadable—or change their meaning entirely. In Arabic calligraphy, stroke direction determines letter connections and flow.
- Legibility — Correct stroke order produces balanced, readable characters
- Speed — Proper order creates efficient hand movements for faster writing
- Recognition — Native readers can tell when stroke order is wrong
- Dictionary lookup — Knowing stroke order helps find characters in dictionaries
- Calligraphy — Advanced styles require precise stroke sequences
Writing Systems You Can Learn
Teachers create courses for these scripts and more. If it involves strokes, someone can teach it here.
Chinese Characters
Simplified and traditional. Learn the correct stroke order for Mandarin characters—essential for HSK exams and native-level writing.
Japanese
Hiragana, katakana, and kanji. Japanese stroke order follows specific rules—learn them correctly from the start.
Korean Hangul
The Korean alphabet has precise stroke sequences. Master hangul writing with guided practice and instant feedback.
Arabic Script
Right-to-left guidance built in. Learn everyday Arabic writing or traditional calligraphy styles like Naskh and Thuluth.
Hebrew
Right-to-left script with its own stroke conventions. Practice modern Hebrew or biblical calligraphy.
Hindi / Devanagari
The distinctive horizontal line (shirorekha) and curved strokes require specific sequences. Learn them properly.
Greek
Ancient or modern Greek alphabet. Useful for students of classics, theology, or modern Greek language.
Cyrillic
Russian, Ukrainian, Bulgarian, and other Cyrillic scripts. Handwritten Cyrillic looks very different from print.
Any Other Script
Tamil, Thai, Tibetan, Armenian, Georgian, Ethiopian—if a teacher records it, students can learn it. No language limits.
How Script Learning Works
Find a Course in Your Target Script
Browse courses by language or script. Teachers from around the world create courses in their native writing systems.
See the Ghost Path
Before you draw, you see a faint outline of the character or letter. This shows the exact shape and stroke you need to make.
Follow Stroke-by-Stroke
A guide dot shows where to start and which direction to go. The system enforces correct stroke order—you can't skip ahead.
Get Scored Instantly
After each character, see your score: path accuracy, direction, and smoothness—plus stroke order when practicing freely. Know exactly what to improve.
Why This Platform Is Different
No Pre-Built Templates. No Language Limits.
Most apps only support Chinese, Japanese, and Korean because they use pre-built character libraries. Creating those libraries is expensive, so minority scripts get ignored. Our platform flips this: teachers record their own strokes, so ANY script can be taught—including regional variations, historical scripts, and personal calligraphy styles.
- Taiwanese teachers can teach traditional characters their way
- Calligraphy masters can teach their specific brush styles
- Indigenous language advocates can preserve endangered scripts
- Historical linguists can teach ancient writing systems
- Regional variations that mainstream apps ignore are welcome here
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does stroke order matter?
Stroke order affects legibility, writing speed, and recognition. In Chinese and Japanese, incorrect stroke order can make characters unreadable or change their meaning. Native readers can often tell when stroke order is wrong even if the final character looks correct.
Can I learn right-to-left scripts like Arabic and Hebrew?
Yes. The platform supports any stroke direction. Teachers record references in the natural direction of the script, and students practice following that direction. Arabic and Hebrew courses use right-to-left stroke guidance automatically.
How is this different from writing apps with pre-built characters?
Most apps only support major languages with pre-built character libraries. Our platform lets teachers create courses for any script—including regional variations, historical scripts, and personal calligraphy styles. If a teacher can write it, they can teach it.
What if I'm a complete beginner?
Perfect. The ghost path and guide dot show you exactly what to do. You can't go wrong because the system guides you through each stroke. Courses are designed for beginners—teachers set tolerance levels to be forgiving while you learn.
Can I use this to prepare for language exams?
Yes. For exams like HSK (Chinese), JLPT (Japanese), or TOPIK (Korean), handwriting sections require correct stroke order. Practice here builds the muscle memory you need.
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