Simplified Chinese

Simplified Chinese is a version of the Chinese writing system designed to make reading and writing easier. Introduced in the 1950s in mainland China, it reduces the number of strokes in many characters compared to Traditional Chinese, which is still used in places like Taiwan and Hong Kong. The simplification was part of broader literacy efforts, making it easier for more people to learn Chinese. Simplified Chinese is now the standard in China and Singapore, while Traditional Chinese maintains cultural significance in other regions. Both versions convey the same language but differ in their visual representation.