EasyChinese offers monthly HSK testing that is open to anyone. In 1992, the HSK was launched as the national standardized Chinese language test for speaker of other languages. The new HSK test stresses objectivity and accuracy, and tests students’ ability to apply Chinese language in their studies, personal life, and work. This article provides some details about the HSK test.
The language framework of reference for HSK:
|
Written Test |
Description |
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HSK- Level 6 |
Designed for advanced Chinese learners who can easily understand any information communicated in Chinese and are capable of smoothly expressing themselves in written or oral form. The exam is 135 minutes in length and includes a listening section, a reading section, and a writing section. |
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HSK- Level 5 |
Designed for advanced Chinese learners who can read Chinese newspapers and magazines, watch Chinese films, and are capable of writing and delivering a lengthy speech in Chinese. The exam is 120 minutes in length and includes a listening section, a reading section, and a writing section. |
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HSK- Level 4 |
Designed for intermediate learners who can discuss a relatively wide range of topics in Chinese and are capable of communicating with Chinese speakers at a high standard. The exam is 105 minutes in length and includes a listening section, a reading section, and a writing section. |
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HSK- Level 3 |
Designed for elementary-intermediate learners who can use Chinese to serve the demands of their personal lives, studies, and work, and are capable of completing most of the communicative tasks required during a visit to a Chinese-speaking country. The exam is 90 minutes in length and includes a listening section, a reading section, and a writing section. |
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HSK- Level 2 |
Designed for elementary learners who can use Chinese in a simple and direct manner, applying it in a basic fashion in their daily lives. The exam is 55 minutes in length and includes a listening section and a reading section. |
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HSK- Level 1 |
Designed for learners who can understand and use some simple Chinese characters and sentences to communicate, and prepares them for continuing their Chinese studies. The exam is 40 minutes in length and includes a listening section and a reading section. |
Moreover, Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi were developed to match the Chinese Language Proficiency Scales for Speakers of Other Languages and The Common European Framework Reference for Language. A comparison of these measurements:
|
New HSK |
Number of Characters |
Chinese Language Proficiency Scales for Speakers of Other Languages |
The Common European Framework Reference for Language，CEF |
|
HSK- Level 6 |
Over 5000 |
Grade Five |
C2 |
|
HSK- Level 5 |
2500 |
C1 |
|
|
HSK- Level 4 |
1200 |
Grade Four |
B2 |
|
HSK- Level 3 |
600 |
Grade Three |
B1 |
|
HSK- Level 2 |
300 |
Grade Two |
A2 |
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HSK- Level 1 |
150 |
Grade One |
A1 |
The HSK certificates are recognized in China and the world. Whether you are complete beginner, or advanced learner, if you want to study Chinese to take this test, our HSK courses will take your Chinese language to next level.
