What is HSK?
The HSK test measures your ability to use and understand the Chinese language as it’s read, written, heard, and spoken with Chinese people. It`s the most accepted Chinese language test in the world.
For the HSK test to measure how well you read, listen, speak, and write in Chinese, and how well you use these skills together, you’ll be asked to integrate these skills for the test. For example, you may read a passage or listen to a dialogue, and write about what you learned. The HSK test measures your ability to integrate the four Chinese skills you need in an Chinese related setting.
HSK test is held regularly in China and other countries each year. Certificates of HSK will be issued to those who have secured the required scores.
HSK Levels
HSK Level 1: can understand and use very simple Chinese words and phrases, meet basic communication needs, and possess the ability to further their Chinese language studies.
HSK Level 2: has an excellent grasp of basic Chinese and can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters.
HSK Level 3: can communicate in Chinese at a basic level in their daily, academic, and professional lives. They can manage most communication in Chinese when travelling in China.
HSK Level 4: can converse in Chinese on a wide range of topics and can communicate fluently with native Chinese speakers.
HSK Level 5: can read Chinese newspapers and magazines, enjoy Chinese films and plays, and give a full-length speech in Chinese.
HSK Level 6: can easily comprehend written and spoken information in Chinese and can effectively express themselves in Chinese, both orally and on paper.
HSK Level 1 Test Guide
The HSK 2 assesses test takers’ abilities in the application of everyday Chinese. It is the counterpart of the Level II of the Chinese Language Proficiency Scales for Speakers of Other Languages and the A2 Level of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEF).
