Stop memorizing isolated words. Study 8 everyday scenario dialogues and 12 core grammar points β each with pinyin, audio, examples and a quick check. Wrong answers auto-join your spaced-review queue.
Every lesson follows a proven three-track structure inspired by modern HSK curricula: core scenario lessons (words learned inside a real conversation), Vocabulary Sprint via our flashcard deck, and Grammar Patterns β one grammar point per lesson with six example sentences and three quick drills.
| Item | HSK 1 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 35 minutes |
| Listening / Reading | 20 questions each |
| Pass mark | 120 / 200 |
| Vocabulary | 150 words |
| Pinyin on test | Yes, printed above characters |
| Chinese | Pinyin | English |
|---|---|---|
| δ½ ε₯½ | nΗ hΗo | hello |
| 谒谒 | xièxie | thank you |
| ε€ε°ι± | duΕshao qiΓ‘n | how much (money) |
| η«θ½¦η« | huΗchΔzhΓ n | train station |
| ζε | gΗnmΓ o | to catch a cold |
The full 5,000-word HSK 1-6 list with pinyin and English is in the free flashcard & quiz section, downloadable as CSV.
How long does HSK 1 take? Most beginners need 30β40 study hours: roughly 1 hour per scenario lesson plus flashcard review.
Do I need to learn handwriting? For HSK 1-3 the computer-based test only requires recognition/Pinyin typing, so start with reading and listening.
What's next after HSK 1? Measure your overall recognition with the free Hanzi level test and read the HSK level guide.