HSK 3.0 Chinese Dictionary
HSK Chinese Learner's Dictionary
Every word from HSK 1 to 9 — with etymology, stroke order, pronunciation, writing practice, and example sentences with audio.
HSK 3.0 Vocabulary Overview
The new HSK 3.0 standard restructures proficiency into nine bands across three tiers. Here's the vocabulary and character requirement for each band — every entry in our dictionary maps to these levels.
| Band | Tier | Vocab | Characters | Syllables | Duration | Sections |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 一 | Beginner | 300 | 300 | 269 | 40 min | ListeningReading |
| 二 | Beginner | 500 | 481 | 468 | 55 min | ListeningReading |
| 三 | Elementary | 1,000 | 760 | 608 | 90 min | ListeningReadingWriting |
| 四 | Intermediate | 2,000 | 1,194 | 724 | 105 min | ListeningReadingWriting |
| 五 | Intermediate | 3,600 | 1,604 | 822 | 125 min | ListeningReadingWriting |
| 六 | Advanced | 5,400 | 2,073 | 908 | 140 min | ListeningReadingWriting |
| 七 | Advanced | 11,000 | 3,249 | 1,110 | 210 min | ListeningReadingWritingTranslationSpeaking |
| 八 | Proficient | 11,000 | 3,249 | 1,110 | 210 min | ListeningReadingWritingTranslationSpeaking |
| 九 | Proficient | 11,000 | 3,249 | 1,110 | 210 min | ListeningReadingWritingTranslationSpeaking |
Source: 《新版HSK考试大纲》 issued by 中外语言交流合作中心 (Center for Language Education and Cooperation, 2025-11; implementation 2026-07). Bands 7–9 share a single 10,368-word advanced corpus.
What Every Entry Includes
Each dictionary entry is a complete learning resource. We don't just give you a translation — we show you how the character was formed, how to write it correctly, how it sounds in context, and how native speakers actually use it. Whether you're preparing for the HSK exam or building real-world fluency, every entry is designed to make the word stick.
Search HSK
Look up any character or word across all nine HSK levels instantly. Whether you're reviewing a character from class or encountered something new in the wild, our search finds it — with pinyin, definitions, and cross-references to related entries.
Stroke Order
Watch animated stroke-by-stroke breakdowns for every character. Practice writing with guided animations that show the correct order, direction, and proportion — the foundation of readable, natural handwriting.
Etymology
Understand where each character comes from and how it evolved. AI-powered etymologies break down radicals, phonetic components, and historical forms so you remember characters through meaning — not brute memorization.
Pronunciation
Listen to every word and example sentence spoken by native Mandarin speakers. Train your ear alongside your reading — because recognizing tones and natural rhythm is just as important as knowing the characters.
Sentence Examples
Study every word in context with graded example sentences. Each sentence includes pinyin, English translation, and audio — so you see how the word actually behaves in real Chinese, not just its dictionary definition.
Radical Decomposition
See how every character breaks down into its radicals and components. Understand the building blocks of Chinese writing — which parts carry meaning, which hint at pronunciation, and how they combine to form the character you're learning.