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Beginner guides, vocabulary lists, and study tips for HSK Level 1.

How to Prepare for HSK 1 in 8 Weeks

HSK 1 asks for 150 words and zero handwriting. Here is an honest eight-week plan that gets a true beginner to a passing score.

The HSK 1 word list is small and predictable. Here is how the 150 words break down and the fastest honest way to learn them.

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