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How long does it take to study for HSK?
They estimate that you must have four years of full-time study before you can pass the HSK 6. When they say “full-time,” they mean approximately 40 hours per week during university semesters. In China, the winter & summer holidays from a university add up to approximately 16 weeks of the year.
Does HSK require writing?
Paper-based HSK Test You will need to write your answers in either 2B-pencil or pen. You will be required to sit the listening, reading, writing tests (level 3-6 only) in front of a computer with the questions presented on the screen in an official HSK test center.
Are HSK exams hard?
The test is equivalent to a junior high school language exam. The questions aren’t terrifyingly difficult, however the test still requires a substantial amount of background knowledge and a high level Chinese language skills.
Is HSK enough?
No, it’s not enough. HSK 4: This is equivalent to higher intermediate level in other languages. It’s good for daily street conversation between customers and vendors, asking for directions, family life, hobbies etc. HSK5 : You must reach at least level 5 to understand the gist of a contemporary movie and newspapers.
Is HSK6 fluent?
Conclusion: HSK6 vs Native Fluency While HSK6 is sufficient for general social, academic, and professional situations, there is still a gap from HSK6 to total proficiency in Chinese. That said, if you keep on learning from that point, progressing further to total proficiency won’t be too hard.
Does HSK test speak?
It tests your listening, reading, and writing skills. When you pass HSK, you’ll get an HSK certificate. HSKK is a spoken test. It tests predominantly your speaking skills.
What HSK level do I need to study in China?
Most of the Chinese universities ask students coming to China to pass the test when studying a degree (usually asking for HSK level 4 or 5). Some Chinese companies may also require an HSK certificate when hiring a foreign talent (mostly requiring level 5 or 6).
How to prepare for the HSK 3 exam?
A good knowledge of the HSK 3 vocabulary list (600 words) is a good advantage in succeeding. Finally, for the writing part, make sure to master the basic point of the Chinese grammar. You can find a lot of grammar exercises online that can help you with this part.
What is HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi)?
HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi, translated as the Chinese Proficiency Test) is the most popular standard Chinese language exam for foreigners and overseas Chinese. It is well-known all over the world and uses simplified characters.
What is the difference between HSK and HSKK?
The HSK includes two independent tests: one focuses on writing, reading and listening, while the other, called HSKK, only focuses on speaking. There are six levels of writing tests, starting from HSK Level 1 to HSK Level 6, and three levels of speaking tests for HSKK (beginner, intermediate and advanced).