HSK 3 - General 7

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 解开 to 困, 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. 就是 jiù shì Precisely; exactly; even if. Used to emphasise identity, express 'that is to say,' or introduce a concession meaning 'even if.'
2. 开始 kāi shǐ To begin; to start; beginning. The point at which something commences or the act of commencing.
3. 决定 jué dìng To decide; decision. The act of making a final choice or the result of that choice.
4. 科技 kē jì Science and technology; tech. A general term for scientific and technological knowledge and its applications.
5. 具有 jù yǒu To possess; to have. A formal way of saying something has a particular quality, feature, or attribute.
6. 开发 kāi fā To develop; to exploit; to open up for use. Refers to developing resources, products, land, or potential.
7. 经验 jīng yàn Experience; practical knowledge gained through practice. The wisdom and skills accumulated from past activities.
8. 警察 jǐng chá Police; police officer. A member of the law enforcement force responsible for maintaining public order and safety.
9. 精神 jīng shén Spirit; mind; vitality. The inner energy, consciousness, or mental state of a person.
10. 开放 kāi fàng To open up; open; to be accessible. Describes making something available to the public or adopting a liberal attitude.
11. 金 jīn Gold; golden. Refers to the precious metal gold, or used as an adjective meaning golden in colour or highly valuable.
12. 经历 jīng lì Experience; to experience; to go through. Refers to events one has personally lived through, or the act of undergoing something.
13. 仅 jǐn Only; merely; just. Indicates a small quantity or limited scope.
14. 进一步 jìn yī bù Further; to go one step further. Indicates deepening, advancing, or extending an action or state.
15. 绝对 jué duì Absolutely; definitely; without any doubt. Expresses complete certainty or an extreme degree.
16. 经营 jīng yíng To manage; to operate; to run (a business). Refers to the ongoing management and operation of a commercial enterprise.
17. 举办 jǔ bàn To host; to hold; to organise (an event). To conduct or put on a formal event or activity.
18. 具体 jù tǐ Concrete; specific; detailed. Describes information, plans, or descriptions that are clear and precise rather than vague.
19. 开展 kāi zhǎn To carry out; to launch; to develop. To initiate and conduct an activity, campaign, or programme.
20. 旧 jiù Old; used; former. Describes something that is not new, has been used before, or belongs to the past.
21. 快速 kuài sù Fast; rapid; quick. Describes high speed in movement, action, or process.
22. 久 jiǔ Long (in time); for a long time. Describes a duration of time that is extended.
23. 救 jiù To save; to rescue; to help someone out of danger. The act of delivering someone from a harmful or dangerous situation.
24. 课程 kè chéng Course; curriculum; class programme. A structured series of lessons or a set of subjects in a school or training programme.
25. 紧张 jǐn zhāng Nervous; tense; anxious. Describes feeling worried or stressed, especially before an important event.
26. 就业 jiù yè Employment; to get a job; to enter the workforce. The process of obtaining paid work.
27. 看起来 kàn qǐ lái To look like; to appear; to seem. Used to express how something appears based on visual impression or overall feeling.
28. 仅仅 jǐn jǐn Only; merely; no more than. An emphatic form of 仅, stressing that the quantity or extent is surprisingly small.
29. 紧急 jǐn jí Urgent; emergency. Describes a situation requiring immediate action or attention.
30. 咖啡 kā fēi Coffee. The popular beverage made from roasted coffee beans.
31. 紧 jǐn Tight; tense; snug. Describes something that is not loose, or a situation that feels pressed for time or resources.
32. 进展 jìn zhǎn Progress; to make progress. Refers to the forward movement or development of a task, project, or situation.
33. 近期 jìn qī Recent period; recently; in the near future. Refers to a time frame close to the present.
34. 客观 kè guān Objective; impartial; unbiased. Based on facts rather than personal feelings or opinions.
35. 恐怕 kǒng pà I'm afraid that; probably; perhaps. Used to express a worried guess or a polite way of delivering unwelcome news.
36. 尽量 jǐn liàng As much as possible; to the greatest extent. Used before a verb to indicate making one's best effort.
37. 精彩 jīng cǎi Wonderful; brilliant; splendid. Describes performances, events, or content that are exceptionally good and captivating.
38. 据说 jù shuō It is said; reportedly; allegedly. Used to introduce information that the speaker has heard but cannot personally confirm.
39. 可靠 kě kào Reliable; dependable; trustworthy. Describes someone or something that can be counted on.
40. 决赛 jué sài Finals; final match. The last and decisive round of a competition to determine the champion.
41. 考验 kǎo yàn To test; to put to the test; a trial or ordeal. Refers to a difficult experience that tests one's ability, character, or endurance.
42. 克服 kè fú To overcome; to conquer; to surmount. To successfully deal with a difficulty or problem.
43. 空调 kōng tiáo Air conditioning; air conditioner. A system or device for controlling indoor temperature.
44. 裤子 kù zi Trousers; pants. General term for lower-body garments covering each leg separately.
45. 困 kùn Sleepy; drowsy; to be trapped or stuck. Most commonly used to describe feeling tired and wanting to sleep.
46. 金牌 jīn pái Gold medal. The highest award given to the winner of a competition, especially in sports.
47. 剧场 jù chǎng Theatre; playhouse. A building or venue where plays, operas, and other performances are staged.
48. 看上去 kàn shàng qù To look like; to appear; to seem. Expresses a visual impression or judgement about something's appearance.
49. 解开 jiě kāi To untie; to undo; to unfasten. To release something that is tied, buttoned, or knotted.
50. 开业 kāi yè To open for business; grand opening. When a shop, restaurant, or company begins operating.
51. 静 jìng Quiet; still; calm. Describes the absence of noise or movement, or a state of tranquillity.
52. 可乐 kě lè Cola; Coke. A carbonated soft drink, especially Coca-Cola or Pepsi.
53. 景色 jǐng sè Scenery; landscape; view. The visual appearance of a natural or outdoor setting.
54. 京剧 jīng jù Peking opera; Beijing opera. The most famous form of traditional Chinese opera, combining singing, acting, acrobatics, and martial arts.
55. 空儿 kòng r Free time; spare time; a gap or opening. Informal way of saying one has time available.