HSK 3 - Nouns

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 标准 to 左右, 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 (19)

1. 标准 biāo zhǔn Standard; criterion. Used as both a noun meaning a benchmark or specification, and an adjective meaning standard or up to par.
2. 成就 chéng jiù Achievement; accomplishment. Refers to significant results or successes, especially from sustained effort.
3. 代表 dài biǎo Representative; to represent. A person who acts on behalf of others, or the action of standing for something.
4. 感冒 gǎn mào Common cold; to catch a cold. The most everyday term for the common cold illness.
5. 感受 gǎn shòu Feeling; impression. Both the noun referring to one's emotional experience and the verb meaning to feel or experience.
6. 关系 guān xì Relationship; connection. The fundamental term for interpersonal bonds, associations, or relevance between things.
7. 环保 huán bǎo Environmental protection; eco-friendly. Short for 环境保护, used both as a noun and an adjective.
8. 记录 jì lù Record; to record. Both the documented information itself and the act of documenting it.
9. 经济 jīng jì Economy; economic. Refers to the system of production, trade, and wealth, or describes something as financially affordable.
10. 决心 jué xīn Determination; to be determined. The firm resolve to do something, or the act of making up one's mind.
11. 困难 kùn nan Difficulty; difficult. Describes hardships, obstacles, or situations that are hard to deal with.
12. 区别 qū bié Difference; distinction. Both the noun referring to a point of difference and the verb meaning to distinguish or differentiate.
13. 人工 rén gōng Artificial; manual labor. Describes things made or done by humans rather than by nature or machines.
14. 时刻 shí kè Moment; at all times. A specific point in time, or used adverbially to mean constantly or always.
15. 文明 wén míng Civilization; civilized. Refers to human cultural advancement or behaviour that is refined and proper.
16. 形象 xíng xiàng Image; vivid. A person's or thing's outward appearance and impression, or used as an adjective meaning vivid and graphic.
17. 游泳 yóu yǒng Swimming; to swim. The common word for the activity and sport of swimming.
18. 自然 zì rán Nature; natural; naturally. Refers to the natural world, or describes something as unforced and authentic.
19. 左右 zuǒ yòu Approximately; left and right. Indicates a rough estimate when placed after a number, or literally means both sides.