The HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi), or Chinese Proficiency Test, is designed to assess the Chinese language proficiency of non-native speakers. It consists of nine levels, ranging from HSK 1 (beginner) to HSK 9 (advanced). Understanding what to expect at each stage is crucial for setting realistic goals and preparing effectively for the exam.…
Answers: 1. B Analysis: From the article, we can know that there are three types of questions on HSKK Intermediate Exam: 听后重复 (Tīng hòu chóngfù) Repeating after listening 看图说话 (Kàn tú shuōhuà) Talk about the Picture 回答问题 (Huídá wèntí) Answer questions “你画我猜 (Nǐ huà wǒ cāi) Draw Something” is a game developed by OMGPOP.…
For those of you new to Chinese language tests, HSKK stands for “汉语水平口语考试 (hànyǔ shuǐpíng kǒuyǔ kǎoshì)” and is a standardized oral test that aims to test examinees’ ability in spoken Chinese.
● HSKK Test Prep (Beginner Level) ● HSKK Test Prep (Intermediate Level) ● HSKK Test Prep (Advanced Level) Lately, the questions about how to prepare for the HSKK Intermediate exam have been flooding in.…
This article outlines the expectations and exam format for children taking the HSK Level 4 test. HSK Level 4 is designed for students who have studied Chinese for four semesters, at a pace of 2-3 hours per week, and have mastered 1,200 commonly used words. Students who pass HSK Level 4 should be able to discuss a wide range of topics in Chinese and communicate relatively fluently with native speakers.…
HSK Level 2 requires students to learn 300 Chinese vocabulary words. Students who pass HSK Level 2 can engage in simple and direct conversations on topics they are familiar with. To succeed in HSK Level 2, students should reach a level where they can complete the following tasks.…
As a Mandarin teacher, my experience has taught me that starting with the basics is essential for laying a strong foundation in any language. Learning Mandarin is no different, and for students preparing for the HSK 2 exam, mastering common phrases and words is crucial. This exam assesses your ability to use everyday Chinese both verbally and in writing, and today, I will share with you some of the most important phrases and words, complete with pinyin, that you should know.…
The Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) is an international standardized test that assesses the Chinese language abilities of non-native Chinese speakers.
In recent years, the role of Chinese in international communication has become increasingly prominent, and along with it the demand for Chinese learning has grown. Owing to this, the Chinese government has sought to develop scientific, standardized, inclusive, open, and easy-to-implement guidelines for Chinese learning, teaching, testing, and evaluation, thereby promoting quality and effectiveness of education and teaching.…
As a standardized test of general language proficiency, HSK is not based on any particular textbook or course of study. Therefore, candidates may refer to any textbook in preparing for the test. Nevertheless, it is important that all candidates read the HSK Test Syllabus carefully. A guide for the pre-test preparation contains an introduction to HSK, a sample HSK test paper, answer key, HSK glossary, and a CD of the sample listening questions.…
Answer: A
a. 下 (Xià) is the “趋向补语 (qūxiàng bǔyǔ) directional complement” here.
Subject + Verb + Directional Complement + Object. 他 (Tā) + 放 (fàng) + 下 (xià) + 电话 (diànhuà)。 b. 住 (Zhù) = to live. In Chinese, 放 (fàng) + 住(zhù) is an incorrect expression.…
Tā fàng ____diànhuà, ná qǐ tíbāo jiù chūqù le. 1. 他 放 ____ 电话，拿 起 提包 就 出去 了。 A. 下 (xià)
B. 住 (zhù)
C. 了 (le)
D. 在 (zài)
Tā lái dào jiàoshì, jīngyà de fāxiàn jiàoshì lǐ yí gè rén dōu méiyǒu.
他 来 到 教室， 惊讶 地 发现 教室 里 一 个 人 都 没有。
Look at the word highlighted in red in the sentence above. Choose the word from the selection that has the most similar meaning:
A.…
Answer: B Tā lái dào jiàoshì, jīngyà de fāxiàn jiàoshì lǐ yī gè rén dōu méiyǒu. 他 来 到 教室， 惊讶 地 发现 教室 里 一 个 人 都 没有。 When he got to the classroom, he was surprised to find that there wasn’t a single person there.…
Nán: Wǒ mǎi wǔ zhāng gōngyuán ménpiào. 男： 我 买 5 张 公园 门票。 Nǚ: Yígòng shì sānshí yuán qián. 女： 一共 是 30 元 钱。 Wèn: Yì zhāng piào duōshǎo qián? 问： 一 张 票 多少 钱？ A.…
Answer: A
Nán: Wǒ mǎi wǔ zhāng gōngyuán ménpiào. 男： 我 买 5 张 公园 门票。 Boy: I bought 5 park tickets.
Nǚ: Yígòng shì sānshí yuán qián. 女： 一共 是 30 元 钱。 Girl: All together it was 30 yuan.
Wèn: Yì zhāng piào duōshǎo qián?…
Correct Answer: C
1. 或者 (huòzhě) — or; possibly; maybe; perhaps The word “或者 (huòzhě)” can be used to connect words when one is offering/considering choices such as “chicken or beef” It is used for “or” statements. Structure: Possibility 1 + 或者 (huòzhě) + Possibility 2
Wǒ hē kāfēi huòzhě chá, dōu kěyǐ.…
Wǒ zhǐ hē chá, _______ bù hē kāfēi. 我 只 喝 茶，_______ 不 喝 咖啡。 I only drink tea, and I don’t drink coffee. Please choose the correct word to fill in the blank: A. 或者 (huòzhě) B. 和 (hé) C. 而 (ér)
If you want to work in China or for a predominately-Chinese-speaking business, having a high HSK level is basically required. Studying in a Chinese university requires a high HSK as well because you’ll be sitting through Chinese-taught classes. The HSK is like physical proof that you know Chinese.…
HSK, which is researched by Beijing language institute, is an exam that tests the Chinese language proficiency of non native speakers. It can be taken by all age groups and all levels, so if your mother language is not Chinese and you want to test your Chinese level, you can take it.…
