What is the Chinese HSK 6 test?

HSK 6

The Chinese HSK 6 test, or Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi Level 6, is the highest level of the new HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi) examination system. It is an international standardized test designed to evaluate the Chinese language proficiency of non-native speakers, including foreigners, overseas Chinese, ethnic Chinese, and Chinese ethnic minority candidates.

Essential HSK 6 Part 1 vocabulary, example sentences, and essays

Key Features of HSK 6:

  1. Test Objectives:
    • Assesses candidates’ ability to understand and use Chinese in various complex situations.
    • Corresponds to Level V of the Chinese Language Proficiency Scales for Speakers of Other Languages and the C2 Level of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEF).
  2. Test Content:
    • Listening Comprehension: Consists of 50 questions divided into three parts, testing candidates’ ability to understand spoken Chinese in different contexts, such as conversations, interviews, and monologues.
    • Reading Comprehension: Also includes 50 questions divided into four parts, evaluating candidates’ ability to read and understand complex Chinese texts, including academic essays, news articles, and literary excerpts.
    • Writing: Requires candidates to write an 800-character essay based on a given prompt, demonstrating their ability to express ideas clearly and coherently in written Chinese.
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  • HSK 6 Preparation Coursebooks
    • Essential HSK 6 Part 2 vocabulary, example sentences, and essays
    1. Test Format:
      • The test is conducted in a paper-based or computer-based format, depending on the test center.
      • The total test time is approximately 140 minutes, including time for filling in personal information.
    2. Scoring and Certification:
      • The test is scored out of 300 points, with 180 points required to pass.
      • Candidates who pass the test receive an HSK 6 certificate, which is valid permanently and widely recognized by universities, employers, and institutions in China and around the world.
    3. Preparation Resources:
      • There are numerous official and unofficial study materials available for HSK 6 preparation, including textbooks, practice tests, and online courses.
      • Candidates are advised to have a vocabulary of at least 5,000 words and to practice extensively in listening, reading, and writing to achieve a high score.
    HSK 6 Mock Test - Reading Comprehension (Part 1)