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Definitions
- but on the contrary
- but expectedly
Example Sentences
他不但不感谢，反倒生气了。
Tā búdàn bù gǎnxiè, fǎndào shēngqì le
Not only did he not thank me, but on the contrary he got angry
Related Words
HSK levels
- New HSK exam
- HSK 7-9
- HSK 2.0
- HSK 6
- HSK Lord study list
- HSK 9 list
反倒: HSK 6 on the old exam, HSK 7-9 on the new one. 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.
On the new HSK 7-9 exam
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Reviewed by RJ Murray, Founder, HSK Lord.