HSK 3 - General 11

Introduction

HSK 3 is where Mandarin starts opening into fuller conversation. These words support travel, school, work, opinions, and the practical situations that require more than set phrases.

From 沙发 to 适用, this set builds the recognition you need for longer conversations, practical reading, and more confident self-expression.

Themes

All HSK 3 Vocabulary in This Chapter (55)

1. 时 shí Time; hour; when; at the time of. A versatile time-related morpheme used in many common compounds.
2. 社会 shè huì Society; community. The organised system of people living together with shared laws, values, and institutions.
3. 世界 shì jiè World; the earth and all its peoples. One of the most fundamental nouns for referring to the global community or the physical world.
4. 使 shǐ To make; to cause; to enable. A formal causative verb indicating that one thing causes another to happen.
5. 市场 shì chǎng Market; marketplace. Refers to both physical markets where goods are sold and abstract markets in economics and business.
6. 生产 shēng chǎn To produce; to manufacture; production. The process of making goods or products.
7. 事件 shì jiàn Event; incident. Refers to a notable occurrence, especially one of public or historical significance.
8. 设计 shè jì To design; design. The process of planning and creating the form, function, or appearance of something.
9. 时代 shí dài Era; period; epoch; age. A distinct period in history characterised by particular events or features.
10. 世纪 shì jì Century; a period of one hundred years. Used to refer to specific centuries or to express a long span of time.
11. 设备 shè bèi Equipment; device; apparatus. Machines, tools, or systems used for a particular purpose.
12. 生命 shēng mìng Life; living existence. The quality that distinguishes living beings from inanimate matter.
13. 事实 shì shí Fact; reality. Refers to something that has actually happened or is objectively true.
14. 实行 shí xíng To implement; to carry out; to put into practice. To execute a plan, policy, or system.
15. 失去 shī qù To lose; to be deprived of. To no longer have something that was once possessed.
16. 设立 shè lì To set up; to establish; to found. To create an organisation, position, or system formally.
17. 商业 shāng yè Business; commerce; trade. The sector of economic activity involving buying and selling goods and services.
18. 事业 shì yè Career; cause; undertaking. Refers to a significant long-term professional pursuit or a noble cause.
19. 胜利 shèng lì Victory; triumph; to be victorious. A successful outcome in a competition, battle, or struggle.
20. 适合 shì hé To suit; to be suitable for; to fit. Indicates that something is appropriate or well-matched for a purpose or person.
21. 食品 shí pǐn Food products; foodstuff. Processed or packaged items intended for consumption.
22. 商品 shāng pǐn Commodity; goods; merchandise. Products available for sale or trade.
23. 实验 shí yàn Experiment; to experiment. A scientific test conducted to discover or prove something.
24. 上面 shàng miàn Above; on top; on the surface of. Indicates a position higher than a reference point.
25. 实际上 shí jì shàng Actually; in fact; in reality. Used to reveal the true situation, often contrasting with appearances or expectations.
26. 石油 shí yóu Petroleum; oil. A naturally occurring liquid found underground, used as fuel and raw material for many products.
27. 深 shēn Deep; profound. Describes physical depth, colour intensity, or abstract depth of thought and feeling.
28. 声明 shēng míng To declare; to state officially; statement; declaration. A formal public announcement of a position, fact, or decision.
29. 实力 shí lì Strength; actual power; capability. The real ability or power that someone or something possesses.
30. 始终 shǐ zhōng Always; from beginning to end. Emphasises that something remains unchanged throughout a process or period.
31. 适应 shì yìng To adapt to; to adjust to; to get used to. Describes the process of becoming accustomed to new conditions or environments.
32. 事实上 shì shí shàng In fact; actually; as a matter of fact. A discourse marker used to introduce a correction, clarification, or surprising truth.
33. 生存 shēng cún To survive; to exist; survival. The state of continuing to live, especially under difficult conditions.
34. 适用 shì yòng Applicable; suitable for use; to apply to. Indicates that something is appropriate or valid for a particular situation or scope.
35. 试验 shì yàn To test; to experiment; trial. Refers to conducting tests or experiments to verify something.
36. 事故 shì gù Accident; mishap. Refers to unexpected incidents, especially those causing damage, injury, or disruption.
37. 上升 shàng shēng To rise; to go up; to ascend. Describes an upward movement or increase, often used for abstract quantities.
38. 生长 shēng zhǎng To grow; to develop. The natural process of increasing in size, maturity, or number.
39. 伤 shāng To injure; to wound; injury. Refers to physical harm or emotional hurt.
40. 上来 shàng lái To come up; to ascend toward the speaker. Indicates upward movement in the direction of the speaker.
41. 实验室 shí yàn shì Laboratory; lab. A room or building equipped for scientific experiments and research.
42. 深刻 shēn kè Profound; deep; penetrating. Describes ideas, impressions, or experiences that are deeply meaningful or impactful.
43. 升 shēng To rise; to ascend; to be promoted. Indicates upward movement or advancement in rank.
44. 世界杯 shì jiè bēi World Cup; the international football (soccer) tournament held every four years, or similar global competitions in other sports.
45. 上去 shàng qù To go up; to ascend away from the speaker. Indicates upward movement in the direction away from the speaker.
46. 生意 shēng yi Business; trade; deal. Commercial activity involving buying and selling goods or services.
47. 石头 shí tou Stone; rock. A hard, solid piece of mineral matter found in nature.
48. 胜 shèng To win; to defeat; to surpass. Indicates triumph in a competition, battle, or comparison.
49. 伤心 shāng xīn Sad; heartbroken; grieved. Describes deep emotional pain or sadness.
50. 身份证 shēn fèn zhèng Identity card; ID card. The official personal identification document issued by the government.
51. 沙发 shā fā Sofa; couch. A piece of upholstered furniture for sitting or reclining.
52. 生动 shēng dòng Vivid; lively; lifelike. Describes something that is full of life and energy, making a strong impression.
53. 上衣 shàng yī Upper garment; top; jacket. Any clothing worn on the upper body.
54. 沙子 shā zi Sand. Fine granular particles of rock, commonly found on beaches, deserts, and riverbeds.
55. 试题 shì tí Exam question; test question. Refers to questions that appear on tests or examinations.