Learn HSK Characters
by Level
Study Chinese characters with pinyin, linked HSK vocabulary and separate recognition and writing status. Choose HSK 1–9 and start learning free.
Choose Your HSK Character Level
HSK 1
246 recognition
characters
HSK 2
125 recognition
characters
HSK 3
284 recognition
characters
HSK 4
441 recognition
characters
HSK 5
431 recognition
characters
HSK 6
413 recognition
characters
HSK 7–9
1,148 recognition
characters
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between recognition and writing?
Recognition shows the character inventory for an HSK level. Writing uses a separate official inventory, so hskone does not treat every recognition character as a handwriting requirement.
Do character records include pinyin?
Supported character learning records connect Hanzi with pinyin, related HSK vocabulary and supplemental learner meanings.
Where should I practise handwriting?
Open Handwriting for stroke-order, tracing and write-from-memory practice.
Are the character lists free?
Yes. The published HSK 1–6 recognition lists are free to browse.
