Master All 10,969+ HSK Words with AI Flashcards
Free AI-powered vocabulary trainer, adaptive tests, and printable word lists for every HSK level — from HSK 1 to HSK 9. No signup required.
HSK Vocabulary List
Pick a level below for the full word list with pinyin, meaning, and AI-generated example sentences — or jump straight into the AI flashcard trainer.
List readyHSK 1
Beginner506 words
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List readyHSK 2
Beginner750 words
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List readyHSK 3
Beginner953 words
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List readyHSK 4
Intermediate972 words
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List readyHSK 5
Intermediate1,059 words
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List readyHSK 6
Intermediate1,123 words
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List readyHSK 7
Advanced1,868 words
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List readyHSK 8
Advanced1,868 words
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List readyHSK 9
Advanced1,870 words
View list →Old HSK vs. new HSK 3.0
The old HSK standard had 6 levels. The new HSK 3.0 standard (published 2021) expands this to 9 levels with a much larger vocabulary — roughly 10,969 words in total, versus about 5,000 under the old system. This site is built around the new 3.0 standard.
How to use these lists
Browse a level page to reference words, or open the AI trainer to actually memorize them with flashcards, then check yourself with the self-test.
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Prefer a Physical Book?
Here's how the main types of HSK vocabulary books differ — or skip the shopping and study free with our AI trainer.
Official HSK Standard Course textbooks
Structured, classroom-style courses with grammar and listening practice alongside vocabulary — not just word lists.
Best for: Learners who want a full course, not just a word list.
Vocabulary-only reference books
Pure word-list books with pinyin and translations. Compact and portable, but static — no repetition scheduling or self-testing built in.
Best for: Learners who already have a course and just want a portable reference.
Printed flashcard sets
Physical card decks, one word per card, often boxed by level. Great for screen-free review, but can't adapt to the words you personally find hard.
Best for: Learners who prefer studying away from a screen.
Free AI Tools
Everything you need to learn HSK vocabulary, in one place.
AI Vocabulary Trainer
Flashcards that adapt to you, with AI-generated example sentences for every word.
Start training →AI Vocabulary Test
A quick adaptive quiz that finds exactly which words you don't know yet.
Test yourself →Anki Deck Export
Download a ready-made HSK Anki deck and keep studying in your favorite app.
Download deck →Frequently Asked Questions
How many words are in each HSK level?
Under the new HSK 3.0 standard, word counts range from 500 at HSK 1 up to several thousand at HSK 7–9, for about 11,000 words total across all 9 levels. See the exact breakdown in the vocabulary list above.
What's the difference between old HSK and new HSK 3.0?
The old HSK had 6 levels; the new HSK 3.0 standard expands this to 9 levels with a much larger vocabulary. This site is built around the new 3.0 standard.
Is the AI vocabulary trainer free?
Yes — every tool on this site is free to use, with no signup required.
Can I download the HSK word list as a PDF?
A downloadable PDF/CSV covering every level is on the way. In the meantime every level is free to browse online, and you can already export a ready-made Anki deck per level.
Does this work with Anki?
Yes — you can export a ready-made HSK Anki deck for any level from the Anki Deck Export tool.