HSK Speaking Test (HSKK, Hanyu Shuiping Kouyu Kaoshi) assesses the test takers’ oral Chinese abilities. HSKK consists of three levels, HSKK (Primary level), HSKK (Intermediate level) and HSKK (Advanced level). HSKK is conducted in the form of audio recording.
The HSK Speaking Test (Primary Level) assesses the test takers’ ability to express themselves in oral Chinese. It is the counterpart of the Level I and Level II of the Chinese Language Proficiency Scales for Speakers of Other Languages and the A Level of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). Test takers who are able to pass the HSK Speaking Test (Primary Level) can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and meet specific needs for communication.
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Test Target
The HSK Speaking Test (Primary Level) is intended for the students who have studied Chinese 2-3 class hours per week for 1-2 semesters. These students have mastered about 200 commonly used words.
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Test Content
The HSK Speaking Test (Primary Level) is comprised of three parts, containing 27 items in total.
Section
Number of Items
Duration (Min)
Part I
Listen and Repeat
15
4
Part II
Listen and Reply
10
3
Part III
Answer the Questions
2
3
Total
27
10
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Test Duration
The duration of the test is 17 minutes (including 7 minutes for preparation).
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Results Certificate
The maximum score of the HSK Speaking Test (Primary Level) is 100. A score of 60 or above is considered a passing result
Max Score
Passing Score
Your Score
100
60
As a Chinese language certificate for foreign students’ entry into Chinese colleges, the results of the HSK are valid for two years (beginning from the test date).
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Sample Test Paper
The HSK Speaking Test (Intermediate Level) assesses the test takers’ ability to express themselves in oral Chinese. It is the counterpart of the Level III and Level IV of the Chinese Language Proficiency Scales for Speakers of Other Languages and the B Level of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). Test takers who are able to pass the HSK Speaking Test (Intermediate Level) can understand intermediate Chinese and converse fluently with native Chinese speakers.
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Test Target
The HSK Speaking Test (Intermediate Level) is intended for students who have studied Chinese 2-3 hours per week for 1-2 academic years. These students have mastered about 900 commonly used words.
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Test Content
The HSK Speaking Test (Intermediate Level) is comprised of three parts, containing 14 items in total.
Section
Number of Items
Duration (Min)
Part I
Listen and Repeat
10
3
Part II
Picture Description
2
4
Part III
Answer the Questions
2
4
Total
14
11
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Test Duration
The duration of the test is 21 minutes (including 10 minutes for preparation).
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Results Certificate
The maximum score of the HSK Speaking Test (Intermediate Level) is 100. A score of 60 or above is considered a passing result.
Max Score
Passing Score
Your Score
100
60
As a Chinese language certificate for foreign students’ entry into Chinese colleges, the results of the HSK are valid for two years (beginning from the test date).
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Sample Test Paper
Sample test paper and references for HSKK Intermediate Level
The HSK Speaking Test (Advanced Level) assesses the test takers’ ability to express themselves orally in Chinese. It is the counterpart of the Level V of the Chinese Language Proficiency Scales for Speakers of Other Languages and the C Level of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). Test takers who are able to pass the HSK Speaking Test (Advanced Level) can understand spoken Chinese and fluently express their ideas in Chinese.
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Test Target
The HSK Speaking Test (Advanced Level) is intended for the students who have studied Chinese 2-3 class hours per week for more than 2 academic years. These students have mastered about 3,000 common words.
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Test Content
The HSK Speaking Test (Advanced Level) is comprised of three parts, containing 6 items in total.
Section
Number of Items
Duration (Min)
Part I
Listen and Repeat
3
7
Part II
Read Aloud
1
2
Part III
Answer the Questions
2
5
Total
6
14
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Test Duration
The duration of the test is 24 minutes (including 10 minutes for preparation).
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Results Certificate
The maximum score of the HSK Speaking Test (Advanced Level) is 100. A score of 60 or above is considered a passing result.
Max Score
Passing Score
Your Score
100
60
As a Chinese language certificate for foreign students’ entry into Chinese colleges, the results of the HSK are valid for two years (beginning from the test date).
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Sample Test Paper