How to prepare for HSK?

HSK stands for Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi. It is also called the “Chinese Language Proficiency Test”.

Like TOEFL and  IELTS are for English level tests, HSK is the most recognised Chinese (Mandarin) language proficiency test. It is essential to pass certain HSK levels in order to enrol at Chinese universities. Recently, many international companies have also taken HSK score to employ new staff who wants to work in China. More and more Australian companies also recognise HSK test results now.

HSK has six levels, from primary (Level 1-2) to advance (Level 5 – 6). According to HSK official website, the different levels of the HSK are similar to some of the levels in the Chinese Language Proficiency Scales for Speakers of Other Languages (CLPS) and the Common European Framework of Reference (CEF); details are as follows: 

For more information, you can visit the HSK official site.

There are many resources that can help you prepare for HSK, but if you want to get a high score in a short time to save your time and money, please join our HSK training course.

We do not only help you pass the HSK test, but also help you learn real Chinese language skills which will become an asset for your whole life.

Below are some tips on how to prepare for HSK:

1. Build up Chinese vocabulary in context
   A lot of articles suggest you memorise HSK vocabulary, but without context, you cannot make a good judgement during the exam. And memorising words only is boring and can’t last long. Our textbook is designed for HSK, so you can learn the HSK vocabularies in some fun dialogues. We help you build up a solid foundation of Chinese pronunciation (Pin Yin) and Chinese characters step by step.
2. Learn the pattern drills
   If the Chinese vocabulary is a “brick”, then the pattern drill is the cement to put them together. The Chinese language has similar pattern drills as English. For example, the basic main sentence structure is the same order “Subject+Verb+Object”. However, the Chinese language conveys meaning through word order, adverbials or shared understanding of the context.
3. Practise HSK exam skills
   Once you learnt vocabulary and basic pattern drills, we will teach you the HSK exam skills. HSK is easier than TOEFL and IELTS. We will conduct many HSK mock exams so you can be very confident with your real HSK test.

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