Wenlin is a software that helps in learning Chinese language. It provides various features to enhance the learning experience, such as a comprehensive dictionary, tools for character and word analysis, and audio pronunciation.
Wenlin is an integrated solution that combines a high-speed expandable Chinese dictionary, a full-featured text editor, and a unique "flashcard" system in one intuitive environment. Whether you are a lifelong speaker or a beginner student, this software is designed to meet your needs.
Wenlin 3 has an expanded and improved version of the ABC Chinese-English Dictionary edited by John DeFrancis, with over 10,000 characters and approximately 200,000 words and phrases.
The Dictionary Interface is one of the key features of the software. It offers high speed customizable and expandable capabilities with instant "point to" vocabulary look-up. You can access extensive character descriptions and cross-referencing, pictures of ancient and modern forms of Chinese characters, and click access to all words that contain a character, including definitions, ordered by frequency of usage.
The Text Editor seamlessly reads, writes, edits, and prints Chinese documents, supporting Unicode format and several widely recognized world standards. It includes features like word-wrap, undo, cut, copy, paste, search, replace, unlimited document size, and automatic conversion from phonetics or handwriting recognition.
The "Flashcards" System automates drill and review and includes interactive testing, multiple-choice, and composed-answer. You can access the dictionary while memorizing vocabulary and simultaneously display documents, definitions, lists, and flashcards.
The software also offers animated stroke-by-stroke display, instant handwriting recognition, and audio-CD quality studio recordings of all Mandarin syllables.
The complete Wenlin comes on a CD-ROM with a 248-page User's Guide. It allows you to edit the dictionary, add new vocabulary, and modify definitions. However, the Demo version has some limitations, including a miniature dictionary and a single sample Chinese text, among others.
Overall, Wenlin is an all-in-one software that provides users with a comprehensive toolkit to assist in their Chinese language study and research needs.
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