HSK Study Guide by Weak Point

Not sure where to start? These study articles are grouped by the weak point that's holding you back. Jump to the one closest to your situation.

Listening is hard for me

If sounds don’t click and the question formats feel unfamiliar, start with pronunciation basics and get used to how the test is structured.

I can’t hear the tones / my pronunciation feels shaky

Tones and pronunciation are where many learners get stuck first. Build a systematic understanding from the basics.

I can’t remember vocabulary

If memorizing words is the bottleneck, the key is better memorization techniques and a review system.

Reading is slow / grammar trips me up

If word order and basic grammar are shaky, reading speed won’t improve. Sort out the fundamentals first.

Past papers aren’t improving my score

Beyond practice volume, a study plan, time management and understanding the test itself all matter.