Learn Shanghainese: 1000 Words

1000 words. That's all you need to understand 80% of everyday Shanghainese. Greet a neighbour in a longtang lane. Order xiaolongbao the local way. Understand what the older generation is saying at the family table. Shanghainese 1000 teaches the vocabulary Shanghai people actually use — a Wu language that Mandarin study never prepares you for. Linguists confirm: 1000 words cover the vast majority of daily conversation in any language. We curated the exact words that matter — from nong hao to the market, from the breakfast stall to the metro platform — so every minute you spend learning pays off immediately. FEATURES: ■ 1000 Essential Words — 25 categories covering greetings, food, travel, shopping, emotions, business, culture, and more. Every word chosen for real-world frequency. ■ Spaced Repetition (SM-2) — Scientifically proven algorithm schedules reviews at the perfect moment, right before you forget. Learn once, remember forever. ■ Smart Quizzes — Multiple choice, listening comprehension, and spelling challenges. Timed rounds with accuracy tracking and combo streaks. ■ Flashcard Practice — See the meaning, flip to reveal the Shanghainese word with native pronunciation and example sentences. Context makes words stick. ■ Pronunciation Practice — Speak Shanghainese and get instant feedback with speech recognition. Compare your pronunciation side by side. ■ Sleep Mode — Fall asleep to Shanghainese. Background audio plays words and sentences with lock screen controls. Set a timer and let your brain absorb. ■ Native TTS — Hear every word and sentence spoken by native Shanghainese voices. Adjustable speed for beginners. ■ Word Breakdown — Tap any example sentence to see word-by-word translations. Understand how Shanghainese sentences are built. ■ Progress System — XP, levels, daily streaks, and detailed stats. Daily goals keep you consistent. ■ Dark Mode — Study comfortably day or night with automatic or manual dark mode. ■ Cloud Sync — Sign in with Apple or Google to sync progress across devices. Never lose your streak. ■ Custom Words — Add your own vocabulary and categories to personalize your learning journey. Whether you've moved to Shanghai, married into a Shanghainese family, want to understand your grandparents properly, or simply refuse to let a living dialect fade — Shanghainese 1000 gives you the foundation that matters. 1000 words. 25 categories. From nong hao to your first real conversation.