Yes, 100% free with no registration. Your progress is saved locally for tracking improvement over time.

What is HSK and how does it relate to character count?

HSK is the international Chinese proficiency test. Levels correspond to character counts: HSK 1 (0-150), HSK 2 (150-300), HSK 3 (300-600), HSK 4 (600-1200), HSK 5 (1200-2500), HSK 6 (2500+).

How accurate is the test?

The test uses randomized questions from a database of common Chinese characters across HSK levels. Results estimate your vocabulary based on the sampled questions and are intended as a reference for self-assessment.

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Q: How long does the test take?

The test has 50 multi-choice questions and takes about 2 minutes. You get instant results with HSK level matching and a wrong-character list for review.

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🎯 How It Works

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Answer 50 multi-choice questions about Chinese characters

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See your estimated character count and HSK proficiency level

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📘 What is Hanzi Test?

Hanzi Test is a quick, free online tool to test how many Chinese characters (Hanzi) you know. It uses multi-choice questions showing a character with 4 meaning options, calculates your recognition rate, and estimates your total Chinese vocabulary.

Features include progress tracking across tests, a wrong-character review book, HSK level matching, and a Chinese character counter tool for text analysis. 100% free, no registration required.

✨ Key Features

🎯 Multi-Choice Questions

4-option questions with random distractors for accurate assessment

📊 HSK Level Matching

Auto-match your Hanzi count to international HSK proficiency standards

📈 Progress Tracking

Track improvement over time with history charts and wrong-character review

💬 Bilingual Interface

English & 中文 support, friendly for foreign Chinese learners

⚡ Quick Mode

Prefer simple Know/Unknown? We have a fast mode for quick checks

🔗 Character Counter

Count characters in any Chinese text with our free analysis tool

📊 HSK & Character Count Reference

Your test result will automatically match the international HSK (Chinese Proficiency Test) standard:

HSK Level	Character Count	Proficiency Level
HSK 1	0–150	Beginner
HSK 2	150–300	Basic
HSK 3	300–600	Elementary
HSK 4	600–1200	Intermediate
HSK 5	1200–2500	Advanced
HSK 6	2500+	Fluent / Native

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💬 What Users Say

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"This test gave me a clear picture of my Hanzi level. The wrong-character review is super helpful for studying!"

— Sarah K., HSK 3 Student

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"I love the progress tracking. I can see my vocabulary growing each week. Very motivating!"

— Michael L., Self-learner

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"As a teacher, I use this for quick classroom assessments. Fast, accurate, and free!"

— Teacher Wang, Chinese Instructor

🎯 Who Is This Chinese Character Test For?

Foreigners learning Mandarin / Chinese as a second language
Students self-checking Hanzi knowledge before HSK exams
Teachers conducting classroom Chinese character assessments
Self-learners tracking Mandarin vocabulary progress
Parents evaluating their children's Chinese literacy level

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Chinese Character Test?

The Chinese Character Test is a free online multi-choice tool that helps you test how many Chinese characters (Hanzi) you know. It displays Chinese characters and asks you to identify the correct meaning from 4 options, then estimates your total vocabulary.

How long does the test take?

The test consists of 50 questions and takes only about 2 minutes to complete. You will get instant results showing your estimated character count, HSK proficiency level, and a list of characters you missed.

Is the Chinese character test free?

Yes, the Hanzi Test is 100% free with no registration required. Your test history is saved locally in your browser for progress tracking. No ads, no tracking.

How accurate is the HSK level estimate?

The test uses randomized questions from common Chinese characters at different HSK levels. The result is an estimate based on your accuracy rate and should be used as a reference. For official HSK certification, please take the official exam.

How many Chinese characters are there in total?

According to the 现代汉语常用字表, there are 3,500 commonly used Chinese characters. A native Chinese speaker typically knows 8,000+ characters, while HSK 6 requires around 5,000 characters for fluency.

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