# Ink & Algorithm: Learn Chinese in the age of AI 智联古今 墨韵未来

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Podcast: [Takeaway Chinese](https://stenobird.com/podcast/takeaway-chinese-327299)
Published: 2026-04-20T02:05:00+00:00
Episode link: 1_2719861
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## Resource

Is learning a language still worth it when AI can translate in real-time? In this UN Chinese Language Day special of Takeaway Chinese, we asked Chinese language learners across the globe: Do you use AI to learn Chinese? Will you keep learning Chinese as AI advances? What we found might surprise you! Tune in now. On the show: Niu Honglin & Steve. (05:20) How are Chinese language learners across the globe using AI right now to help them learn the language? (09:30) What do Chinese language learners hope AI will be able to do for them in the future?

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