HSK 2.0 vs HSK 3.0: what actually changed
The 2025 standard moved from 6 levels to 9, reshaped the vocabulary, and split characters into recognition and writing — here's the plain version.
The launch of HSK 3.0 in July 2026 — what changed, what it means for learners, and practical ways to study for the new exam.
A preview of the first articles being written.
The 2025 standard moved from 6 levels to 9, reshaped the vocabulary, and split characters into recognition and writing — here's the plain version.
Why the speaking section is now integrated into the main exam, what tasks you'll face at each level, and how to practice when you don't have a Chinese-speaking partner.
A walk through the official syllabus — the vocabulary lists, the grammar outline, and the topics — and what to expect.