Prepare for the HSK with timed mock papers. Each mode follows the exam format and draws on the portal question bank — instant marking, answers and explanations in English and Hindi.
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Foundation levels: pinyin, tones, basic characters and everyday phrases for greetings, family, time, food and places.
HSK 1 HSK 2
Intermediate levels: longer dialogues, aspect particles 了/过/着, complements and opinion language.
HSK 3 HSK 4
Advanced levels: formal texts, idioms, abstract topics and precise argumentation.
HSK 5 HSK 6
| Level | Name | What you can do |
|---|---|---|
| HSK 1 | Beginner | Everyday words and very simple sentences: basic characters, pinyin, tones and greetings. |
| HSK 2 | Elementary | Simple daily tasks, describing your surroundings and basic past events with 了. |
| HSK 3 | Intermediate | Managing travel, telling a story and using common connectors and complements. |
| HSK 4 | Upper-intermediate | Discussing topics, expressing opinions and using more complex structures. |
| HSK 5 | Advanced | Reading longer texts, arguing a point and using formal vocabulary. |
| HSK 6 | Mastery | Near-native comprehension, style, idioms and fine argumentation. |
Yes. Each exam mode builds a timed test from the portal question bank, with marking and explanations — listening, grammar, vocabulary and reading according to the chosen format.
Yes. Reading the lessons is free, and a free account unlocks mock exams, timed tests and progress tracking.
Yes. Each question has its Chinese prompt with Hindi and English support, and explanations are given in English and Hindi.
HSK 1 to HSK 6. You can start with an HSK 1 mock paper even if you are a complete beginner.
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