HSK 2 — Vocabulary, Characters, Translation and Audio
HSK 2 is the second level of the international Chinese language exam, expanding vocabulary to about 300 words. It enables richer communication, including asking questions, giving directions, descriptions, and everyday interactions.
On Hanziway you will discover the complete HSK 2 word list with pinyin, translation, example sentences, and audio pronunciation. Each character comes with stroke order practice and downloadable PDF materials.
Cultural insight: HSK 2 was refined during the educational reforms of the 2010s, when the exam was simplified and made more practical for learners. This made HSK 2 particularly effective — many students began conversational Chinese after just one year of study thanks to this level.
HSK 2 is designed for learners who have mastered HSK 1 foundations and are ready for expanded grammar, short dialogues, and reading basic texts. Studying with Hanziway provides a balanced path combining vocabulary, texts, audio, exercises, and cultural context.