HSK Vocabulary
The Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK) is the standardized test of Chinese language proficiency. Select a level to browse vocabulary.
HSK Level 1
534 entries
Basic ability to communicate
240 words/294 characters
HSK Level 2
713 entries
Communicate on simple and routine tasks
480 words/233 characters
HSK Level 3
941 entries
Communicate on familiar matters
753 words/188 characters
HSK Level 4
969 entries
Discuss a wide range of topics
770 words/199 characters
HSK Level 5
1021 entries
Fluent and spontaneous interaction
809 words/212 characters
HSK Level 6
1057 entries
Understand complex text and express easily
819 words/238 characters
HSK Level 7-9
5235 entries
Advanced academic and professional usage
4643 words/592 characters