#hsk level 1 test

[meiyuchinese01]

HSK Level 1 & 2 Test

Are you considering learning Mandarin Chinese? Whether you’re planning a trip to China, interested in the culture, or aiming to boost your career prospects, mastering the basics of Chinese can be incredibly beneficial. The HSK Level 1 & 2 test is an excellent starting point for beginners. In this blog post, we’ll explore the significance of the HSK Level 1 & 2 test, its components, and valuable tips for excelling in these entry-level language assessments.

What is HSK? The HSK is a standardized test that evaluates the Chinese language proficiency of non-native speakers. Developed by the Hanban (Confucius Institute Headquarters), the test is widely recognized worldwide and serves as a benchmark for language learners. The HSK is divided into six levels, with Level 1 and Level 2 being the beginner stages.

HSK Level 1 The HSK Level 1 test targets learners who have mastered the most fundamental elements of the Chinese language. It assesses their ability to comprehend and use simple phrases and expressions in everyday situations. At this HSK Level 1, learners are expected to grasp about 150 commonly used words.

HSK Level 2 The HSK Level 2 test is the next step for learners who wish to expand their Chinese language skills. This HSK Level 2 evaluates learners’ capacity to communicate in uncomplicated, routine tasks requiring a basic and direct exchange of information. It covers an extended vocabulary of approximately 300 words.

Components of HSK Level 1 & 2 Test Listening Comprehension: The listening section evaluates your ability to understand and respond to basic spoken Chinese. You will listen to simple conversations and answer questions based on the information provided.

Reading Comprehension: In this section, you will read short texts and answer questions related to the content. The texts are designed to assess your understanding of basic vocabulary and sentence structures.

Writing (HSK Level 2 Only): Level 2 includes a writing component where you will be required to write simple sentences or short passages. This assesses your ability to express ideas in written form.

Tips for Acing HSK Level 1 & 2 Master Basic Vocabulary: Focus on learning and memorizing the vocabulary specific to each level. Flashcards and spaced repetition techniques can be helpful in retaining new words.

Practice Listening Regularly: Immerse yourself in Chinese audio materials like podcasts, videos, and language learning apps. Regular listening practice will improve your understanding of spoken Chinese.

Read Simple Texts: Read beginner-level Chinese texts to familiarize yourself with sentence structures and common phrases. Step by step challenge yourself with more complex materials as you progress.

Engage in Conversations: Practice speaking with native speakers or language partners. Engaging in conversations will boost your confidence and help you apply what you’ve learned in real-life scenarios.

Mock Tests: Take mock HSK Level 1 & 2 tests to simulate the actual exam experience. Mock tests will highlight areas that require improvement and boost your test-taking confidence.

Conclusion Embarking on your journey to learn Mandarin Chinese through the HSK Level 1 & 2 test is an exciting and rewarding endeavor. These entry-level tests provide a solid foundation for your language learning journey, allowing you to communicate effectively in basic everyday situations. Remember to stay consistent in your practice and be patient with yourself as you progress.

With dedication and determination, you will soon find yourself confidently navigating the Chinese language. Best of luck on your HSK Level 1 & 2 test, and may your language-learning adventure be both enjoyable and successful!

[indigostudies]

What are those apps you usually post in your productivity updates?

hi! here's a breakdown of apps i use, as well as websites and other resources i've used/use for my learning (mainly chinese, though some of these resources can be used for other languages as well).

apps i use every day:

dot languages: this is a chinese-specific app where you select your hsk level, and then read articles at that level. there's a pop-up dictionary, an option to show pinyin, post-article vocab practice (audio, matching, translation, and writing), and the option to have your articles either in simplified or traditional.

TOFU learn: a blend between flashcards and writing, you can find decks for various things, including hsk level-specific decks, and you learn new vocab with the stroke order and then write each new term three times—once with an overlay (so the term is visible), and then two times from memory. there's also a review function, which helps you practice terms you've already learnt, and each term has audio that goes with it. i use it for chinese, but there's decks for esperanto, french, german, italian, japanese, korean, norweigian, portuguese, russian, spanish, swedish, and turkish.

the pleco dictionary app: my favourite chinese dictionary app; allows you to translate from english to chinese or chinese to english, has options for writing, radical, vocal, and keyboard entry, and has both traditional and simplified characters.

ankiapp: this one's not particularly complicated; it's a flashcard app, where you can make your own decks or download decks other people have made. it uses a spaced repetition system to help you remember terms—you rate yourself from worst to best on how well you remembered the term, and that determines how many times it'll pop up afterwards. it also gives you an overall grade for each deck, which is a nice way to measure your progress.

duolingo: probably my least favourite of all of the apps i use; the chinese course isn't the best, and now that they've removed the notes/grammar information option, there's no way for people who aren't already fairly familiar with the language and its inner workings to learn them if they exclusively use duolingo. it's okay for maintenance practice, though, but i'm already almost finished with the entire course and i would say it barely reaches to lower hsk 4, so i wouldn't say it's a good tool if you're more advanced.

apps i have but use less often:

readibu: this is sort of like dot in that it's an app for reading in chinese with a pop-up dictionary. however, that's where the similarities end; readibu has novels, short stories, and articles aimed at children, and each of those are further split into genres. readibu also lets you add your own web-pages and read them on the app, so you can use its pop-up dictionary with them. it's aimed more to intermediate and upper intermediate learners, with hsk levels ranging from hsk 4 to hsk 6. the only reason i rate dot above readibu is because dot has a larger range of levels (hsk 1 through hsk 6 i believe? but it may go higher) and exercises built in to help you learn the vocab.

the chairman's bao: also a chinese reading app, though if you use the free version, you only get one sample article per hsk level (hsk 1 - hsk 6). i believe that every so often you get a new sample article for each level, but i'm not sure what the interval on that is. it also has a pop-up dictionary and a flashcard option for saved vocab.

du chinese: another chinese reading app; it has articles divided into newbie through master (six levels in total, though they don't line up perfectly with the hsk in my experience), and new articles are free for a certain period of time before becoming locked behind a paywall. there's a pop-up dictionary and a vocab review/test option for vocab you save.

memrise: flashcards with audio, depending on whether you're using an official course or a user-generated deck. decent, but it can get repetitive.

hellotalk: not exclusively chinese, but i believe it started off mainly aimed that way. you set your language, and then your target language, and then you can talk to native speakers who have your language as their target language. potentially incredibly useful, but if you're like me and extremely introverted you may have a hard time using this app, since it requires a lot of one-on-one interaction.

slowly: i haven't actually gotten around to using this, but it's sort of like a digital penpal app, as i understand it. you can learn more about it here.

websites and other miscellanea:

this massive mega drive by @salvadorbonaparte (languages, linguistics, translation studies, and more).

this masterpost by @loveletter2you (linguistics, languages, and language learning books/textbooks).

this masterpost on chinese minority literature by @zaobitouguang

the integrated chinese textbooks by cheng and tsui, which are the textbooks i use for self-study—there's textbooks and workbooks, as well as character workbooks (though these can easily be cut out without suffering from the loss).

mandarinbean: graded readers, hsk 1 - hsk 6, with a pop-up dictionary and the option to read in traditional or simplified

chinese reading practice: reading, beginner through advanced (three levels), with a pop-up dictionary and some additional notes included on vocab and language-specific things non-native speakers might struggle with or not know.

hsk reading: graded readers, hsk 1 - hsk 6, divided into three sections (beginner, intermediate, advanced). does not have a pop-up dictionary, but does have an option to translate the text, post-reading quizzes, and notes on important vocab with example sentences.

my chinese reading: reading from beginner to advanced (four levels); has a pop-up dictionary, the option to play an audio recording of the passage you're reading, notes on key words, things that are difficult to translate, grammar, and post-reading comprehension questions.

the heavenly path notion website, which i would say is one of the best resources i've ever found, with a massive number of guides, lists of chinese media in a variety of forms, and general resources.

chinese character stroke order dictionary: what it says on the tin; will show you the stroke order for a given character.

hanzigrids: allows you to generate your own character worksheets. i use this very frequently, and can recommend it. the only downside is if you want to create multiple pages at once, you have to pay; however this can easily be circumnavigated by creating only one sheet at a time. you can download the sheet as a pdf and print it out for personal use.

21st century chinese poety: a resource i only came across recently; has a massive collection of contemporary chinese poetry, including translations; much more approachable than classical poetry, which can often be incredibly dense and hard to parse due to the writing style.

zhongwen pop-up dictionary: if you're reading something in chinese on a website that doesn't have a pop-up dictionary, this is a must. i've never encountered any words that it doesn't have a translation for so far, including colloquialisms/slang. i use it to read webnovels, and it's been a fantastic tool. you can also save vocab by hitting the r key when you're hovering over a word/phrase, making it easy to go back and add terms to your flashcard deck(s).

chinese reading world: a website put together by the university of iowa; split into three levels (beginner, intermediate, and advanced), with thirty units per level, and ten modules per unit, as well as multiple proficiency tests per level. each module is split into three parts: a pre-reading vocab quiz, the reading with a number of comprehension questions based on it, and a post-vocab reading quiz. it also rates you in relation to someone with a native proficiency based on how quickly you read and answer the comprehension questions, and how many vocab questions you get right.

jiaoyu baike: an extensive chinese-to-chinese dictionary, put out by the taiwanese ministry of education. you can find an extensive write-up on it here, by @linghxr.

social media etc: see this post by @rongzhi.

qianpian: another chinese-to-chinese dictionary; @ruhua-langblr has a write-up on it here.

this writeup on zero to hero by @meichenxi; initially aimed at chinese learning, but now has expanded greatly.

music rec's: this masterpost by @linghxr.

tv/film: youtube is a great place to find chinese tv shows and films, and they often have english subtitles. if you can't find something on there, though, you can probably find it either on iqiyi or asianvote, which have both chinese and other asian shows and films (though you'll want an adblock if you're going to use the latter). i use these a lot to watch things, and have discovered a lot of media through these, and then novels through those when i went searching to see what they were adapted from.

polylogger: a website for logging the amount of time/type of language study you do. has a wide variety of languages, and the option to follow other people. still, it's a fairly basic site.

[helenstudies]

I'm a week late lol but I have updates!!

- Started taking HSKK (Chinese Speaking Proficiency Test) advanced prep class :D We're all advanced learners in here with HSK 5/6 levels so the teacher is speaking in Chinese the whole time and I'm so happy that I can understand 99% of what she's saying but also I found out my Chinese speaking has really diminished 😭 Thank god I was able to introduce myself and answer her questions in Chinese but the mock tests are kicking my ass no doubt.

- J.Test (Japanese language exam) released the correct answers and I got enough marks to pass JLPT N3 level!! I'm still waiting for formal result announcements but I'm pretty sure I got it!! :D

- Started teaching a new basic Chinese class so now I have to teach 4 days per week. It's a bit tough but I think I'm making it work?

- the level 1 Chinese class I'm teaching is going to end in February so I'm gonna have to prep for the level 2 class and THEN prep and record my basic Korean classes. I'll tell y'all how it goes

- I have 100% grade but still missing classes for Pali Diploma and will have to make up a lot in the future. Thank god they don't grade attendances 😭

- I have a slight fever right now so I'm chugging Lipovitan-D to keep me going. I have a tarot session booked this afternon and a chinese class to teach so can't really rest Unfortunately :/ but Dimension 20 FHJY is helping me with my mood.

Anyways that's all! happy studying, y'all

[rigelmejo]

1/1/2023

How many hanzi do I know now? Hanzishan puts me at 2500 hanzi! http://hanzishan.com/

And hsklevel puts me at the following:

So basically somewhere in B2/HSK 6, I'd be broader and say B1-B2 or HSK 5-6 since I have plenty of gaps, and my communication skills are definitely only lower intermediate at best (they may be considerably worse lol). The hsklevel test also agrees with around 2500 hanzi as the amount I know generally both the pronunciation and meaning. A bit more if it's just meaning (around 3000) which may help explain reading skill improvements, and my listening comprehension being a degree below my reading skills.

In reality these tests are not perfect, but I wanted a recorded result so if I check this again in several months I can see if it went up. I know back in September or August 2022 I did these tests and it put me around 2100 I think? And I agree with the new results that my hanzi knowledge has increased by a significant amount. It's especially noticeable in pronunciations: I can read a lot of stuff out loud to myself than I could before.

[thefluentstudent]

Hi! What’s your CEFR levels in the languages you’re learning?

I didn’t forget about this ask, I swear! It’s just the end of the year and lately I’ve been thinking a lot about my language progress in terms of goals for the new year. I just needed a little time to think.

I’ve never actually used the CEFR scale as a benchmark (mostly because I’ve never needed to). When I was in school my institutions laid out the criteria I needed to meet to advance and after graduation, I was so through with comparing myself to others that I never wanted to chart my progress like that. Also, in the US CEFR isn’t really used for anything and if I wanted to go to grad school here (or in China as I’d originally planned) there are once again other scales that’s be used (ie. HSK). Additionally, since graduating from college, my language skills have definitely backslid a lot 🥲 so don’t judge me to harshly based on the following:

- Spanish: In high school I got a 6/7 on the IB Spanish exam and thus instantly tested out of all foreign language requirements when I got to college. When I couldn’t figure out what I wanted to do with my life/ after giving up on being a business major (derogatory), I remembered that the most fun I had in high school was studying Spanish so I decided to become a Spanish major in college in hopes of becoming a Translator like I wanted to be as a kid. I was actually so good at translation that immigrant rights organizations would ask me to translate docs for asylum trials while I was still a student! (I also had beef with an internationally known Translator who deadass used to harass me and send me rude personal emails and even HE offered to write me a letter of recommendation if I wanted to become a Translator one day). All that to say that I have a degree in Spanish and have done academic research entirely in Spanish. The problem is: I don’t speak Spanish. At my peak, I would say that I was C1/C2 when it came to reading and writing but maybe only ever B1/B2 in speaking.

- Mandarin: In high school my friends taught me a full academic year of college level Mandarin while we were goofing around at lunch senior year 🤷🏾‍♀️. So when I got to college, even before I switched my major to Spanish I knew that I wanted to continue studying Chinese. I made it my minor and after not being able to take Intermediate 2 bc I was doing a program where I had to promise to only speak Spanish for the semester, I taught myself enough to place into Advanced 1 the following semester. Once I had taken all of the Mandarin courses my university had to offer, my teacher was nice enough to teach Independent Study for both semesters of my Senior year so I could keep going. Right before graduation I took the HSK and passed HSK4 (is that B1?) After graduation I worked in my city’s Chinatown as a preschool teacher and that def improved my listening skills. Then I moved to China and that drastically improved my speaking skills. I would say that I was maybe B2/barely C1 at this time. That was years ago and I haven’t needed to use my Mandarin since then so I’d say I’m probably back down to B1 now. I can still watch TV in Chinese without subtitles and read basic texts/ have simple conversations but it is all a lot more of a struggle than it used to be.

- Portuguese: I can read and listen at a high level but I can only say and write basic things. I did write a research paper in Portuguese back in university but I think that was a fluke lmao. A2 tops.

- French & Catalan: I would say that my levels in these are comparable but in different areas. I can read a novel or academic text in either with minimal difficulty but I can’t write with any accuracy in either. I’m good at listening comprehension in Catalan and conversational French but not vice versa. A2.

- Cantonese & Sichuanese: I’ve never sat down and studied either. Despite not being mutually intelligible with Mandarin (yes even 四川话) I picked up listening comprehension just by eavesdropping when I worked in Chinatown and Chengdu respectively. Can’t speak at all but can follow a typical conversation at native speaker speed. I don’t think that charts on the CEFR scale at all.

Sorry I’ve never been short winded a day in my life. 🫠 Hope that answered your question!~

[brehaaorgana]

I have more Chinese recommendations and was meaning to make a similar post! Duo kinda always sucked for Mandarin:

(Note that HSK is the official Chinese language proficiency exam, and levels in the HSK 3.0 go from 1 (newbie) to HSK9 (not officially out yet):

SuperChinese - I prefer this over HelloChinese, as it has more free content AND it goes for a much higher level. I actually liked it so much I bought a year long subscription which has a lot of great content. (I also tested out of HC's free materials right away so I was stuck between having to pay or redoing stuff I already knew in HSK1). HelloChinese only goes to HSK3, and their stories are only really accessible on their premium plus subscription (which imo would be the selling point for HC over SC). SuperChinese has content through HSK 5, and is still adding more at higher levels (HSK will extend to 9 on the coming years). They have regular subscription sales if you decide to go past the free stuff. their AI is solely aimed at answering questions and is a premium plus feature. OH HEY WOW NEWLY ADDED LIFETIME PURCHASE OPTION!!!! also feel free to use my invite code: 339911. also they have an HSK specific study app too.

PLECO!!!!!! PLECO PLECO PLECO. If you download any free dictionary app, use Pleco. There are free expansion dictionaries you can add easily and it's a great app. But if you are going to spend any money, spend it on the one time purchase of Pleco's Basics Bundle. (US $29.99) – "includes all of our most popular features – full-screen handwriting, OCR, flashcards, stroke order diagrams, document reader, Mandarin Audio, and Kai font add-ons – plus the Oxford Chinese Dictionary." You will NOT regret this. It does flashcards in Chinese (similar to anki but streamlined to Chinese specifically) with SRS, it has stroke order animations, AND the OCR/document readers are amazing. You can put any pdf in the document reader and start reading with the Chinese pop up dictionary. They have bundles of some of the best graded readers out there, and its super easy to add flashcards directly from the text. You can use the reader over websites for a popup dictionary. In android you can overlay Pleco over literally any app or screen for translation. You can sync all your purchases to as many of your devices as you have. It's just very very very good and it's a one time purchase.

DuChinese - another freemium option, but most of the stories have a first chapter preview, and they have lots of free reading pieces as well. their biggest sale is usually black friday, but they do have sales for the sub, and now have a lifetime option. they have flashcards, translations if you get stuck, can highlight HSK content, everything has audio, it's all written by people, and

Little Fox Chinese - entirely free animated stories aimed at children learning chinese, but it has flashcards, audio, quizzes, and lots of good vocabulary! (youtube channel here)

If you don't want to pay another on-going subscription for Skritter's writing practice, may I recommend ChineseGuru instead? which has more material in their "Free" flashcards? And ALSO in addition to subscription options, they have a lifetime purchase option for everything and all future content updates? Xamisoft also has other apps: Sinograms (dictionary), CantoneseGuru, JapaneseGuru, and Kanji/Kana. They are also currently 95% done with development for the launch of VietnameseGuru, 10% into KoreanGuru, and 50% done with Euskara (Basque).

The Heavenly Path website is basically aimed at people who want to get to reading native webnovels in Chinese. But they have a lot of guides to resources, apps, and a discord which is awesome and very friendly/helpful for everything! also check their resources list. additionally they rank native content like books/shows by difficulty level, and tag whether or not it's free.

The discord associated with The Heavenly Path there's a resources channel which is great too.

Ninchanese is freemium, mostly flashcards oriented, available as both an app and desktop website. But there's a cute little story you're playing through, if you like "Gamey" learning. Additionally they have an excellent free grammar reference app called Chinese Grammar, with content through HSK 5 material.

The entire Chinese Grammar Wiki is free online.

Immersive Chinese is chinese sentences/words in audio flashcards, good for practicing speaking by mimicking/repetition. I think the first two lessons are free, and then you can choose between a lifetime sub of $14.99 or a subscription.

Hanbook is a freemium slightly cramped app for me with some confusing layout, but there's a few fun flashcard decks and free things in there so I check it every so often.

all languages:

Lingotrack is like, brand brand new, no joke I think I must be one of the first 40-50 users, because the creator posted it to the discord server and then we all started joining. anyways it's not a learning site, but a platform for keeping track of your studying/language learning and it's pretty awesome. I fell off updating in late december so I have to go back in and make some updates tonight, but folks can add me @des there.

加油！

In light of Duolingo laying off its translators, here are my favourite language apps (primarily for Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, and te reo Māori).

Multiple Language

Anki is a flashcard programme and app that's not exclusively for languages. While making your own decks is ideal, you can also download shared decks for most languages.

If you're learning Japanese, specifically, Seth Clydesdale has websites for practicing alongside Genki's 2nd or 3rd editions, and he also provides his own shared Anki decks for Genki.

And if you're learning te reo Māori, specifically, here's a guide on how to make your own deck.

TOFU Learn is an app for learning vocabulary that's very similar to Anki. However, it has particularly excellent shared decks for East Asian languages. I've used it extensively for practicing 汉字. Additionally, if you're learning te reo Māori, there's a shared deck of vocabulary from Māori Made Easy!

Mandarin Chinese

Hello Chinese is a fantastic app for people at the HSK 1-4 levels. While there's a paid version, the only thing paying unlocks is access to podcast lessons, which imo are not really necessary. Without paying you still have access to all the gamified lessons which are laid out much like Duolingo's lessons. However, unlike Duolingo, Hello Chinese actually teaches grammar directly, properly teaches 汉字, and includes native audio practice.

Japanese

Renshuu is a website and app for learning and practicing Japanese. The vast majority of its content is available for free. There's also a Discord community where you can practice alongside others.

Kanji Dojo is a free and open source for learning and practicing the stroke order of kanji. You can learn progressively by JLPT level or by Japanese grades. There's also the option to learn and practice kana stroke order as well.

[hskstar1]

Free HSK Mock Tests: Practice and Improve Your Chinese Skills

Use our vast library of free HSK mock tests to improve your preparedness for the HSK exam! Our assessments, which cover all three sections—listening, reading, and writing—are designed to replicate the format of the actual exam, regardless of your proficiency level (HSK 1-6). These practice tests let you assess your language proficiency, identify your areas of weakness, and provide a strong basis for your future HSK endeavors. You may increase your chances of success, boost your confidence, and improve your fluency by practicing frequently. Get started on your HSK preparation now. Get in touch for more information.

[lernzufluchthagennachhilfe]

Chinesisch HSK2

Chinesisch HSK 2: Deine nächsten Schritte in der chinesischen Sprache Nachdem du die Grundlagen mit HSK 1 gemeistert hast, bietet dir der HSK 2-Test eine weiterführende Möglichkeit, dein Chinesisch auf das nächste Level zu heben. Der HSK 2 erweitert deinen Wortschatz und deine Grammatikkenntnisse, sodass du dich in alltäglichen Situationen sicherer ausdrücken kannst. Hier erfährst du alles, was…

[ngocngadotnet]

HSK is the 🇨🇳 Chinese proficiency test. It's expanding from 6 to 9 levels in 2023. The new top level (HSK 9) will be tougher, testing more #vocabulary, grammar, and listening. It'll also include writing.

Interested in taking the HSK 📝? What's your Chinese goal? Download HSK 1-9 📖 vocabulary list on my site.

https://ngocnga.net/hsk-1-9-vocabulary-list-with-no-muss-no-fuss/?utm_source=tumblr&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=learnchinese

[alice123-chinese]

Highly experienced Chinese tutor from Chinese state media host

 The teaching contents I am good at include:

1.    Chinese enlightenment courses；

2.    YCT International Youth Chinese Competition for teenagers;

3.    HSK Chinese Level Test;

4.    HSKK Chinese Speaking Level Test;

5.    BCT Business Speaking Test,;

6.    MCT Medical Speaking Test;

7.    Applications for all kinds of scholarships to study in China;

8.    Overseas study tours in China

9.    Introductions to Chinese tourism, Chinese culture and Chinese delicious food, etc.

 I love education. And I am good at communication and individualized teaching.

In the past 12 years, I have worked at Hubei People's Broadcasting Station. I have hosted and coordinated more than 500 large-scale events, and also conducted interviews and reports on many industry leaders. There are 1.4 billion people in China, but less than 5,000 people can work in official media at the provincial level or above, which represents the highest standard of Mandarin proficiency. On the platform of Hubei Radio and Television Group, I have expanded rich information and social resources of different industries, which will provide you with effective scholarship resources for international students in Chinese universities if you will come to China for travelling ,working or studying in the future.

[silkmandarin]

HSK

https://www.silkmandarin.cn/hsk-hanyu-shuiping-kaoshi.html

Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK)

Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK) is the standardised national test used to determine the fluency of non-native speakers of Chinese. HSK is the best way to get to know and test your Chinese level and is often, and increasingly, required by companies, universities or other organisations to certify the Chinese language level of an individual.

 Since April 2017 HSK has gained further importance as it has been connected to VISA application. Passing HSK exams entitles the applicant to additional points in the VISA Regulations Compliance System.

 HSK Level 1

Test takers who are able to pass the HSK (Level I) can understand and use very simple Chinese phrases, meet basic needs for communication and possess the ability to further their Chinese language studies.

 HSK Level 2

Test takers who are able to pass the HSK (Level II) have an excellent grasp of basic Chinese and can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters.

 HSK Level 3

Test takers who are able to pass the HSK (Level III) can communicate in Chinese at a basic level in their daily, academic and professional lives. They can manage most communications in Chinese when traveling in China.

 HSK Level 4

Test takers who are able to pass the HSK (Level IV) can converse in Chinese on a wide range of topics and are able to communicate fluently with native Chinese speakers.

 HSK Level 5

Test takers who are able to pass the HSK (Level V) can read Chinese newspapers and magazines, enjoy Chinese films and plays, and give a full-length speech in Chinese.

 HSK Level 6

Test takers who are able to pass the HSK (Level VI) can easily comprehend written and spoken information in Chinese and can effectively express themselves in Chinese, both orally and in writing.

 HSK Proficiency Compared to Other Systems

Proficiency levels according to the HSK system can be compared with HSKK, BCT, YCT and with levels according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), the Interagency Language Roundtable scale (ILR) and the Chinese Language Proficiency Scales for Speakers of Other Languages (CLPS). The indicative relation is as shown in next table.

[meiyuchinese01]

Best HSK Courses in Delhi

In the realm of language acquisition, HSK courses stand as pillars of proficiency and linguistic prowess. Whether you’re a language enthusiast or someone looking to enhance your professional prospects, delving into the depths of HSK courses can be a transformative journey. In this article, we’ll explore the nuances of HSK courses, unraveling their significance, benefits, and tips for mastering the art of Chinese language proficiency. The ABCs of HSK Courses HSK, or Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi, is the standardized Chinese proficiency test designed to assess the language skills of non-native speakers. With six levels, ranging from HSK 1 for beginners to HSK 6 for advanced learners, these courses cater to a diverse audience. Navigating the Levels Each HSK level corresponds to a specific proficiency range, encompassing vocabulary, grammar, and communication skills. Beginners embark on their linguistic journey with basic conversations and essential vocabulary, while advanced learners navigate complex texts and articulate nuanced ideas.

The Significance of HSK Certification Academic Pursuits For students aiming to study in Chinese universities, a good HSK score is often a prerequisite. Many institutions use HSK as a benchmark for evaluating language proficiency, ensuring students can thrive in a Mandarin-speaking academic environment. Career Advancement In the professional arena, HSK certification opens doors to lucrative opportunities. Multinational corporations value employees with Chinese language proficiency, and a high HSK score can be a distinguishing factor in job applications.

Unraveling the Benefits Cognitive Enhancements Learning a language, especially one as intricate as Chinese, enhances cognitive abilities. HSK courses stimulate memory, problem-solving skills, and creativity, contributing to overall mental acuity. Cultural Insight Beyond language skills, HSK courses provide a cultural immersion experience. Students gain insights into Chinese traditions, customs, and societal nuances, fostering cross-cultural understanding.

Tips for Excelling in HSK Courses Consistent Practice: Regular practice is key to mastering any language. Dedicate a set amount of time each day to HSK preparation. Immersive Learning: Immerse yourself in Chinese media, such as movies, music, and literature, to reinforce your understanding of the language in real-world contexts. Flashcards and Mnemonics: Utilize flashcards and mnemonic devices to memorize vocabulary effectively. Mnemonics can be especially helpful for recalling complex characters. Mock Tests: Familiarize yourself with the exam format by taking mock tests. This not only improves time management but also reduces anxiety on test day.

Conclusion Embarking on HSK courses is not merely a linguistic pursuit; it’s a journey of self-discovery and cultural immersion. Whether you’re aiming for academic excellence, career advancement, or personal enrichment, the benefits of HSK proficiency are manifold. As you navigate the levels and absorb the richness of the Chinese language, remember that every character and phrase is a brushstroke in the masterpiece of your linguistic journey.

[legoomandarindavidyao]

HSK 2 Chinese Grammar 2021 Edition (2023 Updates) 汉语水平考试规范性语法

In HSK 2 Grammar, we cover 81 grammatical points, use 780 sentences to explain the detail usage. This Normative Grammar Level syllabus is based on New Standards for International Chinese Language Education, which started from July 1, 2021. HSK 2 is the second level of the HSK exam, which tests the proficiency of non-native Chinese speakers. It assesses their ability to communicate in Chinese in…

[marilearnsmandarin]

I took an HSK 3 mock test today

I guess I’m officially a lower intermediate student now!

The website where I took the test is called All Musing. It’s free, no subscriptions needed, includes the listening comprehension part, it’s timed (for HSK 3 you have 1 hour and 20 minutes to finish so you may guess how nervous I was getting near the end lmao), and they have 4 different tests for each level up to HSK 4 (you can do all of them as part of your preparation for the real thing, or take them some time apart and see how much you’ve improved).

[rigelmejo]

Read this opinion today, curious of people’s thoughts: 

“The only media that's genuinely comprehensible, until you're around B2 level, is media that is produced specifically for second-language learners.“

I... don’t think this is true? Unless by ‘genuinely comprehensible’ the person means “you fully understand every single word said in the entire episode and all the subtleties”. 

Because, for example. Prey 2022 that just came out. The french is not translated in the movie. I know french, but I’d imagine even if I didn’t know french, the scenes are comprehensible to a general watcher. Because the audience is meant to understand what the heroine understands. So whatever she takes from the scene (mainly that these people are threats) is what you should comprehend. So, the scenes are comprehensible to anyone less than B2 in French.

But that’s kind of a non language learning example lol. It doesn’t need to be compared to the point made. So something that DOES count as applicable to compare to that statement: I watched Word of Honor in chinese when it came out, when I was about 14 months into learning Chinese. I absolutely would not have self labelled myself as B2 level, and at best I would’ve put myself at weak HSK4-5 (and even now almost 3 years in when I take sample tests i score from HSk3-5 lol). HSK 5 at BEST corresponds to B1. So at my absolute highest level, I would be B1 when I watched it. I would probably say I felt like I was past A2 and in the middle of B1 but had not learned everything in lower intermediate yet. Because around B1 is when I can read more without a dictionary with some straining, and that’s about where my reading was at when I watched Word of Honor. I also watched Killer and Healer in chinese at the time and followed it. I did not understand every detail, but I followed the main plot and nuances of character arcs/identities/goals/schemes fine. Mainly the poetic language Prince Jin and Wen Kexing used were the parts I comprehended less well, but overall got the gist of them (since later I watched with english subs and found out my overall ‘gist’ had been correct).

Later, about 1.5 years into learning chinese, I watched cdrama Humans in chinese. I also watched a little Ice Fantasy Destiny, and watched Two Souls In One. I comprehended all of those very well - nearly every detail, nearly every word. Maybe 1-5 words max in an episode I did not know (but could guess from context) so about the same comprehension as when I watch stuff in english. That was actually a GREAT time, because Two Souls in One was awesome overall (reminded me of Ouran Host Club, and of Taiwan Bromance show since it had some explicit bi characters despite being a cdrama). I also LOVED Humans (and want to finish it), and Humans marked the first time I felt pretty comfortable watching chinese when tired and not fully focused, felt okay watching chinese while relying on my ears at times and not just my eyes to read chinese subs. While a genre I’m less familiar with like some xianxias, I would probably still have more of a “got the gist” comprehension level, when it comes to genres I AM familiar with (detective mysteries, action heavy stuff, slice of life) I can grasp most details without focusing any harder than in english. Now that I’m over 2 years in (I need to check because I think its about to be 3 years lol), I can watch a lot of stuff with no chinese subs (just audio) and follow at minimum the gist and at maximum the entire show (depends greatly on how familiar I am with the genre/accents). Mostly, I practice listening comprehension with audiobooks and audio dramas now, because with a show I wouldn’t be challenging myself as much (and I want to learn more vocabulary at a faster pace). But I still wouldn’t put myself at B2. 

Maybe I am at B2 now... I’d be shocked (like I said in sample tests I still get HSK 3-5 depending on the test). Maybe in comprehension skills I could stretch to say maybe I’m B2. Certainly not in speaking skills, in speaking skills I feel very firmly in HSK 4 grammar usage wise (so A2?) just with probably a bigger potential active vocabulary (and WAY bigger passive vocabulary) than an HSK 4 student.

 I wish I knew how many words I know... I’d guess between 4000-8000 passive vocabulary. 

Anyway yeah, do you think comprehending a given show/cartoon etc is possible before reaching B2 level? Also, do you think maybe it depends on Amount of comprehension (like “understood main points” versus “understood all main points AND details” versus “understood all main points and details AND picked up on some nuances”).

[zhuzhudushu]

I took an HSK level quiz (here if you're interested) and I actually think this is fairly accurate!

So I took this twice, once giving myself credit if I knew the word after seeing the pinyin (since there are quite a few words I know from conversational lessons/TV that I don't know the characters well for), and then once only giving myself credit if I could pronounce the word and know the definition just by looking at the characters alone. Needless to say... they were extremely different scores.

This being said I think I'm somewhere between these scores, but more towards the higher score – a lot, if not all, of the characters I didn't immediately recognize in my 2nd test I probably would've recognized in the context of a sentence.

So based on all this I would estimate I probably know around 3000 words for everyday conversation when texting my Chinese friends. In speech... I'm probably closer to the lower score... 😅😬😭

Also side note: It's crazy to think that HSK 3 in old system is HSK 1 in the new system!!! That's bonkers!!!!!!!