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HSK 2Unit 9 Overview

Feelings, Fairness and Social Circles

感情、公平与社交 Gǎn qíng gōng píng

By the end of this unit, you'll be able to describe feelings and social interactions, express changes over time, and suggest alternatives in conversations about fairness and relationships.

8 lessons 64 words 10 grammar 600 XP

What You'll Be Able to Do

By the end of this unit, you will master four practical skills:

Listen

You can understand descriptions of events and feelings that happen in sequence, as well as conversations about social gatherings and friendships.

Speak

You can narrate actions using time expressions, suggest alternatives, and describe people with dual qualities while discussing perceptions and feelings.

Read & Write

You can write simple descriptions that include lists of items and express frequency of actions, while also using adjectives to compare perceptions.

Culture & Use

You can navigate social conversations by expressing fairness and understanding feelings, as well as using appropriate language to suggest alternatives.

Lessons in this Unit

8 lessons. Complete them in order for the best learning experience.

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HSK 2·Unit 9 · Lesson 42Unread
Jason
Amy
Sage
James

Feeling Enough

感受足够Gǎnshòu Zúgòu

Explore how to express feelings of satisfaction and gratitude, as well as dissatisfaction and longing. Discuss what moves you and how to convey your emotions effectively.

8 words 1 grammar Dialogue Podcast 130 XP
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HSK 2·Unit 9 · Lesson 43Unread
Jason
Amy
Xin
Mia

Believing in Equality

相信平等Xiāngxìn Píngděng

Discuss concepts of fairness and safety, express confidence in beliefs, and explore the importance of equality in society.

8 words 2 grammar Dialogue Podcast 130 XP
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HSK 2·Unit 9 · Lesson 44Unread
Jason
Amy
James
Sage

Comfortably Capable

舒适与能力Shūshì yǔ Nénglì

Discuss how to achieve comfort and capability in daily life, including topics like understanding needs, feeling full, and ensuring smooth experiences.

8 words 2 grammar Dialogue Podcast 130 XP
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HSK 2·Unit 9 · Lesson 45Unread
Jason
Amy
Liu Ping
James

The Ups and Downs of Feelings

情感的起伏Qínggǎn de qǐfú

Explore the spectrum of emotions from happiness to sadness, discussing benefits and harms, and the impact of unpleasant experiences.

8 words 1 grammar Dialogue Podcast 130 XP
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HSK 2·Unit 9 · Lesson 46Unread
Jason
Amy
Mia
Susan

Getting It Right

恰到好处qià dào hǎo chù

Discuss clarity and accuracy in communication, express wishes, and evaluate whether something is suitable or correct.

8 words 1 grammar Dialogue Podcast 130 XP
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HSK 2·Unit 9 · Lesson 47Unread
Jason
Amy
Susan
Xin

Surpassing Expectations

超越期望Chāoyuè Qīwàng

Discuss how to handle difficult problems with care and the importance of maintaining a pretty level of achievement, while also expressing feelings of embarrassment when expectations are not met.

8 words 1 grammar Dialogue Podcast 130 XP
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Jason
Amy
Mia
Sage

Gathering Friends and Guests

聚友与客Jù yǒu yǔ kè

Discuss how to host visitors, make friends, and interact with clients and colleagues. Explore the dynamics of social gatherings and the importance of friendship in different contexts.

8 words 1 grammar Dialogue Podcast 130 XP
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HSK 2·Unit 9 · Lesson 53Unread
Jason
Amy
Susan
James

People in Our Lives

我们身边的人wǒ men shēn biān de rén

Discuss the roles of different people around you, from adults and spouses to merchants and pedestrians. Explore qualities like being good or bad, and share thoughts on what makes someone adorable or cordial.

8 words 1 grammar Dialogue Podcast 130 XP

Unit Review

After completing all 8 lessons, take the cumulative review to consolidate everything you've learned in this unit.

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HSK 2 Unit 9 Review

Test your mastery of all 64 words and 10 grammar patterns from this unit.

64 words10 grammar+100 XP bonus
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HSK 2 Unit 9 Exam Practice

A short mock exam — listening + reading — drawn from this unit's vocabulary, grammar, and lessons.

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