What vocabulary is covered in Chinese 1?

Chinese 1 covers approximately 150 words equivalent to HSK 1, including greetings, numbers, family members, basic verbs, food and drink vocabulary, time expressions, and simple adjectives.

How long does it take to complete Chinese 1?

Most students complete Chinese 1 vocabulary in 1-2 months with consistent daily study of 20-30 minutes using spaced repetition.

What is the difference between Chinese 1 and HSK 1?

Chinese 1 course vocabulary closely aligns with HSK 1 (150 words). Both cover the same beginner-level content, but Chinese 1 courses may vary slightly by institution.

Do I need any prior knowledge for Chinese 1?

No prior knowledge of Chinese is required. Chinese 1 is designed for complete beginners and starts with the most basic vocabulary and phrases.

Equivalent to HSK 1

Chinese 1 Vocabulary

Build a strong foundation in Mandarin Chinese with 150 essential words covering greetings, numbers, family, daily activities, and basic sentence patterns.

150

Total Words

HSK 1

HSK Level

1-2 months

Study Time

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What You'll Learn

Basic greetings and self-introductions

Numbers 1-100 and counting

Family member vocabulary

Common food and drink words

Daily activity verbs (eat, drink, go, come)

Simple questions and answers

Time expressions (today, tomorrow, now)

Basic adjectives (big, small, good, bad)

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