HSK 4 Chinese Listening Practice
HSK 4 represents intermediate Chinese proficiency. At this level, you can discuss a wide range of topics and understand Chinese spoken at near-native speed. The listening section features longer passages, news-style content, and conversations with more complex vocabulary and grammar.
4
Episodes
45
Words
18
Grammar
What to Expect at HSK 4
Vocabulary Range
1,200 words. Each episode introduces vocabulary appropriate for this level with pinyin and usage notes.
Speech Speed
Natural speed, approximately 170-200 characters per minute. Audio is generated with natural-sounding TTS calibrated for this proficiency level.
Recommended Study Time
This level is designed for learners with 1-2 years of study. Listen for 30-60 minutes daily for best results.
Episode Format
Each episode includes Chinese script with pinyin, line-by-line English translation, vocabulary list, and grammar explanations.
Topics Covered at HSK 4
Key Grammar at HSK 4
Complex sentence patterns
Passive voice with 被 (bèi)
Topic-comment structure
Four-character idioms (成语)
Formal conjunctions: 不仅...而且, 既...又
Rhetorical questions
HSK 4 Listening Exam Tips
Practice listening to Chinese news broadcasts to build speed tolerance
Focus on understanding the overall meaning, not individual words
Learn to identify speaker attitudes and opinions from tone
Practice with longer passages (2-3 minutes) without pausing