Type in your script
Use the on-screen Chinese – Pinyin keyboard to type Chinese without installing anything.
Translator
Translate Chinese in a click
To translate Chinese, type or paste your text in the box below – or write it with the on-screen Chinese keyboard – and pick a language. The translation appears instantly, ready to listen to, copy or share. It is free, needs no sign-up and works on any phone or computer.
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Listen to both the original and the translation to learn how words are spoken.
Copy and share
Copy the result in one click or share it straight to your favourite apps.
How do I translate Chinese to English?
- Enter your Chinese text. Type or paste it into the left box (up to 5,000 characters).
- Choose the language. English is selected for you – pick another language from the buttons or “More”.
- Read the translation. It appears on the right as you type – no button to press.
- Use it. Listen to it, copy it in one click, or share it to WhatsApp and other apps.
How can I type Chinese if my keyboard is in English?
Press Open on-screen keyboard above the translator to open the on-screen Chinese – Pinyin keyboard and click the letters, or type on your own keyboard – each key types the Chinese letter of the Pinyin layout. You can also type Chinese words in English letters on the Chinese keyboard page and pick the word from the suggestions. Or press the microphone and speak Chinese – your words are written for you (Chrome and Edge).
Which languages can I translate Chinese into?
Chinese can be translated into 49 languages here. The most used ones:
- Chinese to English
- Chinese to Hindi
- Chinese to Spanish
- Chinese to Arabic
- Chinese to French
- Chinese to Russian
- Chinese to Portuguese
- Chinese to Bengali
Common Chinese phrases and what they mean
Try the translator with a few everyday phrases:
| Chinese | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 你好 | nǐ hǎo | Hello |
| 谢谢 | xièxie | Thank you |
| 你好吗？ | nǐ hǎo ma? | How are you? |
| 你叫什么名字？ | nǐ jiào shénme míngzi? | What is your name? |
| 早上好 | zǎoshang hǎo | Good morning |
| 再见 | zàijiàn | Goodbye |
How accurate is the Chinese translation?
The translation is made by machine (Google Translate). It is very good for everyday messages, emails and getting the meaning of a text, but it can miss idioms, names and tone. For better results:
- Write short, complete sentences with correct spelling and punctuation.
- Check names, numbers and dates in the result.
- For legal, medical or official documents, ask a professional translator.
Chinese Translator – Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chinese translator free?
Yes. It is free, with no sign-up and no daily limit. Each translation can be up to 5,000 characters long – split longer texts into parts.
How do I translate English into Chinese?
Open the English translator – it opens with Chinese already chosen as the language to translate into.
Can I hear how the translation sounds?
Yes. Press the speaker button under either box. The voice comes from your device, so the available voices – and whether a language can be read aloud – depend on your phone or computer.
Is my Chinese text saved?
No. We do not store your text. To translate it, your browser sends it to Google Translate, as explained in our Privacy Policy.
Does the translator work offline?
No. Translation needs an internet connection because it is done by Google Translate. Typing with the Chinese keyboard itself works without one once the page has loaded.
Can I translate Chinese text from an image?
Yes. Use Chinese image to text to read the text from a photo or scan, then press Translate to open it here.
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Last updated 14 October 2026