The Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (汉语水平考试）, or Chinese ability Test, or HSK, is an internationally accepted test used to evaluate non-native speakers of Chinese’s level of language ability. Gaining proficiency in the HSK is more important than ever, whether for personal, professional, or academic purposes.
What is HSK?
The HSK vocabulary includes a wide variety of words, ranging from commonplace idioms to technical terms used in a variety of professions. Beginning with the foundational HSK 1, which emphasizes words necessary for basic communication and survival, students progressively develop through six levels, reaching HSK 6, which contains the sophisticated vocabulary needed for complex debates and intellectual pursuits. In addition to expanding on the language skills taught in the previous level, each level exposes students to the subtleties of Chinese characters and the variety of Mandarin tones.
Why learn HSK?
Acquiring knowledge of HSK Chinese vocabulary goes beyond language skills and offers a deep understanding of Chinese culture. Learning HSK terms enables learners to dig into the depths of Chinese thought and expression. Language is a window into the traditions, values, and cultural nuances of a culture. Being able to navigate busy markets, participate in thought-provoking conversations, or enjoy great literature all benefit from having a solid vocabulary in HSK. It also helps to build stronger relationships with native speakers of the language.
Moreover, speaking HSK vocabulary improves cross-border communication because Mandarin Chinese is the language that is spoken the most worldwide. Being able to communicate in Chinese allows you to collaborate, trade, and exchange cultures in an increasingly interconnected globe. Employers, educators, and people looking to further their own development understand the importance of HSK competency as a doorway to a variety of options.
Chinese word 打
The radical for 打 is 扌 shǒu, which is hand in English. The component is 丁dīng, which means male adult; robust, vigorous. The Chinese word 打 is a 形声字. 形声字 (xíng shēng zì) refers to characters that are composed of both a semantic (meaning) component and a phonetic (sound) component. The semantic component is 扌 shǒu and the phonetic is 丁, although丁 does not sound at all like dǎ.
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Chinese word 中
The radical for 中 is 丨(shù), which is line in English. The component is 口 kǒu, which means mouth, entrance or gate. This Chinese character has 4 strokes altogether.
Chinese word 后
The radical for 后 is 口 (kǒu), which is mouth in English. The component is 厂 (chǎng) and 一 (yī), which means factory and one respectively. This Chinese word has 6 strokes altogether.
