HSK 2.0 and HSK 3.0 / official sources
HSK vocabulary lists
Browse the official-source vocabulary for both HSK versions, compare levels and download study lists. Version 2.0 and 3.0 are separate from exam Levels 1–6 and 7–9.
HSK 2.0 vs HSK 3.0: what changed? →2015 vocabulary list
HSK 2.0
5,000 entries · Levels 1–6
Chinese spelling and level assignments.
November 2025 examination syllabus
HSK 3.0
11,000 entries · Levels 1–6 and 7–9
Chinese, pinyin and source annotations.
Where does a word appear?
Compare a simplified Chinese spelling across both source versions.
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Compare cumulative vocabulary totals
| Level | HSK 2.0 · 2015 list | HSK 3.0 · 2025 syllabus |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | 150 | 300 |
| Level 2 | 300 | 500 |
| Level 3 | 600 | 1,000 |
| Level 4 | 1,200 | 2,000 |
| Level 5 | 2,500 | 3,600 |
| Level 6 | 5,000 | 5,400 |
| Levels 7–9 | No Levels 7–9 band | 11,000 |
The same level number is not a direct equivalence between test versions. Source entry counts include distinct uses of some identical spellings.
Which HSK list do you need?
The 2025 examination syllabus differs from the 2021 proficiency grading standard. CTI announces the worldwide HSK 3.0 launch for December 13, 2026; confirm the version for your booking with your test centre.
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