本来
Characters in This Word
Definitions
- original
- originally
- at first
- it goes without saying
- of course
Example Sentences
我本来不知道。
Wǒ běnlái bù zhīdào
I originally didn't know
Related Words
HSK levels
- New HSK exam
- HSK 4
- HSK 2.0
- HSK 4
- HSK Lord study list
- HSK 3 list
本来: HSK 4 on both the old and the new exam. 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 4 exam
Studying for HSK 4? Keep 本来 with the rest of your level.
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Reviewed by RJ Murray, Founder, HSK Lord.