倒是
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Definitions
- contrary to what one might expect
- actually
- contrariwise
- why don't you
Example Sentences
他倒是很聪明。
Tā dàoshi hěn cōngmíng
He is actually quite smart
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HSK levels
- New HSK exam
- HSK 6
- HSK 2.0
- Not listed
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- HSK 5 list
倒是: New to the HSK lists at HSK 6. See where your old level lands
New exam levels follow the CLEC syllabus released 15 November 2025. The first official sitting is announced for 13 December 2026. HSK 7-9 is one advanced band.
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