Time and Weather
时与天
By the end of this unit, you'll be able to describe the current weather, express changes in time, and discuss actions in the past, present, and future.
What You'll Be Able to Do
By the end of this unit, you will master four practical skills:
Listen
You can understand simple conversations about the weather and time, recognizing key phrases and changes in state.
Speak
You can talk about what you are doing now, ask about the time and weather, and express completed actions with specific results.
Read & Write
You can read and write dates, times, and prices using natural Chinese expressions.
Culture & Use
You can appropriately inquire about time and weather in everyday conversations, understanding their relevance in social contexts.
Lessons in this Unit
5 lessons. Complete them in order for the best learning experience.
A Day in Time
Discuss your daily routine by talking about different times of the day, such as morning, afternoon, and evening, as well as referencing yesterday and today.
Marking Time Ahead
Discuss the transition of time with phrases related to the present, past, and future. Talk about your experiences from last year, plans for this year, and aspirations for the next.
Time and Weather Ahead
Discuss the weather forecast for tomorrow and the day after, as well as how to talk about time and days of the week.
Moments and Questions
Discuss different times of the day, ask about quantities, and refer to specific items. Use words like '中午' for noon and '多少' to inquire about numbers.
Celebrating New Beginnings
Discuss birthdays, important dates, and the significance of the lunar new year. Talk about how to celebrate and what makes these moments special.
Unit Review
After completing all 5 lessons, take the cumulative review to consolidate everything you've learned in this unit.
HSK 1 Unit 10 Review
Test your mastery of all 42 words and 7 grammar patterns from this unit.
HSK 1 Unit 10 Exam Practice
A short mock exam — listening + reading — drawn from this unit's vocabulary, grammar, and lessons.