HSK Graded Vocabulary
Stroke Order & Writing Hub
A structured guide to characters across the Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK) Chinese Proficiency framework.
HSK 3.0 (GF 0025-2021) Alignment Underway
In accordance with our strict data integrity policy, previously estimated HSK assignments have been completely removed. We are currently auditing and aligning character vocabularies with China's official Chinese Proficiency Grading Standards for International Chinese Language Education (GF 0025-2021).
During this curation phase, character counts by level are held pending verified dataset ingestion. We encourage learners to explore our Graded Practice Characters (Foundational Primary Progression) or use the search bar above to look up stroke orders for any specific character.
HSK Level 1: Beginner Chinese
Core survival Chinese vocabulary: numbers, family members, greetings, food, and daily essentials.
HSK Level 2: Elementary Chinese
Everyday communication: shopping, transportation, weather, appointments, and simple social interactions.
HSK Level 3: Intermediate Chinese
Independent daily life: travel, work, studies, expressing opinions, and connecting ideas coherently.
HSK Level 4: Upper-Intermediate Chinese
Fluency foundation: discussing diverse cultural, social, and professional subjects with native speakers.
HSK Level 5: Advanced Chinese
Professional & academic literacy: reading newspapers, enjoying films, and delivering presentations.
HSK Level 6: Mastery Chinese
Near-native mastery: expressive nuances, classical idioms, professional prose, and cultural depth.
