HSK 3 - General 12

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 室 to 痛苦, 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. 所 suǒ Place; location. Also a measure word for buildings and institutions.
2. 受 shòu To receive; to suffer; to bear. Indicates being on the receiving end of an action, whether positive or negative.
3. 台 tái Platform; stage; counter. Also a measure word for machines, appliances, and performances.
4. 属于 shǔ yú To belong to; to be part of. Indicates ownership, membership, or classification.
5. 属 shǔ To be born in the year of (a Chinese zodiac animal); to belong to a category.
6. 谈 tán To talk; to discuss; to chat. A general verb for conversation and discussion.
7. 思想 sī xiǎng Thought; thinking; ideology. Refers to ideas, beliefs, or a system of thought.
8. 同意 tóng yì To agree; to approve; to consent. Expresses acceptance of an opinion, proposal, or request.
9. 首先 shǒu xiān First; first of all; in the first place. Used to introduce the first point in a sequence or argument.
10. 调整 tiáo zhěng To adjust; to regulate. Refers to making changes or modifications to improve or correct something.
11. 双方 shuāng fāng Both sides; both parties. Refers to the two parties involved in a negotiation, agreement, or dispute.
12. 速度 sù dù Speed; velocity; rate. Refers to how fast something moves or how quickly something happens.
13. 数量 shù liàng Quantity; amount; number. Refers to the measurable count or volume of something.
14. 通常 tōng cháng Usually; normally; generally. Indicates what happens in most cases or under typical circumstances.
15. 铁路 tiě lù Railway; railroad. The system of tracks, stations, and trains used for land transportation.
16. 停止 tíng zhǐ To stop; to cease; to halt. Indicates that an action or process comes to an end.
17. 特色 tè sè Characteristic; special feature; distinguishing quality. What makes something unique or distinctive.
18. 随 suí To follow; to go along with; as one pleases. Indicates following someone or acting freely.
19. 体现 tǐ xiàn To embody; to reflect; to manifest. Indicates that something abstract is expressed through concrete actions or form.
20. 受伤 shòu shāng To be injured; to get hurt. Describes sustaining a physical injury.
21. 痛苦 tòng kǔ Painful; agonising; suffering. Describes intense physical or emotional pain and distress.
22. 跳 tiào To jump; to leap; to bounce. A basic physical action word describing upward or forward movement off the ground.
23. 体验 tǐ yàn To experience firsthand; hands-on experience. Refers to personally trying or going through something.
24. 首都 shǒu dū Capital; capital city. The city designated as the seat of national government.
25. 室 shì Room; chamber. A formal term for an enclosed space designated for a specific purpose.
26. 收费 shōu fèi To charge a fee; to collect payment. Describes the act of charging money for services or goods.
27. 输 shū To lose (a game, competition, or bet). The opposite of 赢 (to win).
28. 谈判 tán pàn To negotiate; negotiation. Formal discussions aimed at reaching an agreement between parties.
29. 谈话 tán huà To have a talk; conversation. Refers to a somewhat formal or purposeful verbal exchange between people.
30. 铁 tiě Iron. The metallic element, one of the most commonly used metals. Also used figuratively to mean firm, strong, or unyielding.
31. 输入 shū rù To input; to enter (data). Refers to typing or entering information into a device or system.
32. 提前 tí qián In advance; ahead of schedule; to bring forward. Indicates doing something earlier than planned or expected.
33. 天空 tiān kōng Sky; the expanse above the earth visible from the ground.
34. 通信 tōng xìn Communication; correspondence. The exchange of information between people, especially through letters, phone, or electronic means.
35. 痛 tòng Painful; to ache; to hurt. Describes physical pain or soreness in the body.
36. 糖 táng Sugar; candy; sweets. Refers to the sweet substance used in cooking or confections made from it.
37. 手指 shǒu zhǐ Finger. Refers to any of the five digits on the human hand.
38. 汤 tāng Soup; broth. A liquid food made by boiling ingredients in water.
39. 体会 tǐ huì To understand through experience; realisation gained from personal experience.
40. 手续 shǒu xù Procedures; formalities. The steps and paperwork required to complete an official process.
41. 跳舞 tiào wǔ To dance. The general term for performing dance movements, whether for fun, exercise, or artistic performance.
42. 提问 tí wèn To ask a question; to pose a question. A somewhat formal way of describing the act of asking questions.
43. 题目 tí mù Title; topic; subject; exam question. Refers to the heading of an article, the topic of discussion, or a test question.
44. 甜 tián Sweet; having the taste of sugar. Describes the basic taste sensation of sweetness.
45. 听众 tīng zhòng Audience; listeners. People who listen to a speech, broadcast, concert, or other audio performance.
46. 所长 suǒ zhǎng Director; head of an institute or station. The person in charge of a 所 (institute/office).
47. 收看 shōu kàn To watch (a television broadcast). Specifically refers to viewing TV programmes or broadcast content.
48. 收听 shōu tīng To listen to (a radio broadcast or audio programme). Specifically refers to tuning in to broadcast audio content.
49. 收音机 shōu yīn jī Radio; a device for receiving and playing radio broadcasts.
50. 跳高 tiào gāo High jump. A track and field event where athletes jump over a horizontal bar set at increasing heights.
51. 束 shù A bunch of; a bundle of. A measure word used for things that can be tied or grouped together, such as flowers or light.
52. 熟人 shú rén Acquaintance; someone one knows. A person with whom one is familiar but not necessarily close friends.
53. 跳远 tiào yuǎn Long jump. A track and field event where athletes jump as far forward as possible from a running start.
54. 听力 tīng lì Listening ability; hearing. Refers to the ability to hear or the skill of understanding spoken language.
55. 书架 shū jià Bookshelf; bookcase. A piece of furniture used for storing and displaying books.