Beginner Level

HSK Level 1

Start your Chinese learning journey with HSK 1. Master 150 fundamental words and phrases to build a strong foundation in Mandarin Chinese.

150
Vocabulary Words
Beginner
Difficulty Level
1-2 months
Est. Study Time

What You'll Learn

Basic greetings and introductions in Chinese

Numbers, dates, and time expressions

Common verbs for daily activities

Essential nouns for family, food, and places

Simple sentence structures and grammar patterns

Foundation for HSK 2 and beyond

Sample Vocabulary

你好
nǐ hǎo
hello
谢谢
xièxiè
thank you
I, me
shì
to be
chī
to eat
to drink
学生
xuéshēng
student
老师
lǎoshī
teacher
今天
jīntiān
today
朋友
péngyǒu
friend
中国
Zhōngguó
China
美国
Měiguó
America

Study Tips for HSK 1

1

Focus on pronunciation and tones from day one. HSK 1 is the perfect time to build correct habits.

2

Practice writing characters daily. Even 10-15 minutes of writing practice will significantly improve retention.

3

Use spaced repetition to review words at optimal intervals. Our algorithm ensures you remember what you learn.

4

Learn words in context, not in isolation. Pay attention to the example sentences for each vocabulary word.

5

Set a daily goal of 10-15 new words. Consistency beats intensity in language learning.

6

Practice speaking out loud, even if you're learning alone. This helps with tone recognition and muscle memory.

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