HSK Level 4 Vocabulary List
Complete HSK 4 word list with stroke order animations, pinyin, and meanings. Free practice worksheets.
600 vocabulary (111 characters + 489 words)
Complete HSK 4 word list with stroke order animations, pinyin, and meanings. Free practice worksheets.
HSK Level 4 introduces 111 Chinese characters averaging 9.1 strokes, moving you into upper-intermediate territory. This vocabulary list covers characters essential for reading newspapers, understanding TV shows, and engaging in deeper conversations. Stroke order practice remains important as character complexity and the word list grow at this level.
The HSK Level 4 vocabulary list includes 111 characters and 489 words. These Chinese characters form the foundation for this level and are essential for passing the HSK exam.
Chinese characters in this level have an average of 9.1 strokes, ranging from 2 to 17 strokes. These characters are more complex and require consistent stroke order practice to master.
The time varies by individual, but most learners spend 3-4 months working through this word list. Consistent daily stroke order practice of 10-15 Chinese characters is recommended. Use our animations and printable worksheets to accelerate your learning.
Learning correct stroke order is crucial for writing Chinese characters accurately. It builds proper writing habits, makes characters easier to remember, and is essential for handwriting recognition on the HSK exam. Our interactive animations show the exact stroke sequence with pinyin for each character.
Create a free account to Progress follows the official entry total for this level. If multiple entries share the same written form, such as different pronunciations of the same character, practicing that form once marks all matching entries complete. Filter by "To Learn" or "Mastered" to focus your study.
After mastering this vocabulary list, move on to HSK Level 5. Continue practicing regularly and start reading Chinese texts that use these characters. Use our worksheet generator to create review sheets for ongoing stroke order practice.