HSK 4 - General 11

Introduction

HSK 4 pushes you toward independent communication. The vocabulary at this level lets you discuss relationships, study, work, media, feelings, and more abstract everyday topics with greater precision.

From 燃料 to 收获, you'll meet the kind of vocabulary that shows up in classroom discussion, workplace situations, media, and more detailed personal expression.

Themes

All HSK 4 Vocabulary in This Chapter (55)

1. 甚至 shèn zhì Even; so much so that; to the point that. Introduces an extreme or surprising case.
2. 是否 shì fǒu Whether or not; if. A formal way to ask about or state a yes/no condition.
3. 实施 shí shī To implement; to carry out; to put into effect.
4. 申请 shēn qǐng To apply; to apply for; to submit an application. Used for formal requests.
5. 设置 shè zhì To set up; to establish; to configure. Also a noun meaning settings or configuration.
6. 身份 shēn fèn Identity; status; capacity. Refers to who a person is or their social role.
7. 伤害 shāng hài To harm; to hurt; to injure. Refers to causing physical or emotional damage.
8. 设施 shè shī Facilities; installations; infrastructure. Equipment or systems established for a particular purpose.
9. 如今 rú jīn Nowadays; at present; now. Used to describe the current time, often in contrast with the past.
10. 森林 sēn lín Forest; woods. A large area densely covered with trees.
11. 人家 rén jia Others; someone else; other people. Also used colloquially as a softened way of referring to oneself.
12. 士兵 shì bīng Soldier; serviceman; enlisted member of the military.
13. 色 sè Colour; hue; appearance. A foundational character appearing in many essential compounds.
14. 事物 shì wù Things; objects; phenomena. Refers to matters and objects in a general, abstract sense.
15. 诗 shī Poem; poetry; verse. A literary composition with attention to rhythm and expression.
16. 失望 shī wàng Disappointed; to lose hope. The feeling when expectations are not met.
17. 诗人 shī rén Poet; a person who writes poetry.
18. 神秘 shén mì Mysterious; enigmatic; secretive. Describes something hard to understand or full of secrets.
19. 色彩 sè cǎi Colour; hue; tint. Often used in artistic, literary, or abstract contexts to describe richness of colour.
20. 失业 shī yè To be unemployed; to lose one's job; unemployment.
21. 市区 shì qū Urban area; city centre; downtown area.
22. 似的 shì de Similar to; like; as if. A particle used to express resemblance or comparison.
23. 日记 rì jì Diary; journal. A written record of daily events, thoughts, and experiences.
24. 烧 shāo To burn; to cook; to roast; to have a fever. A versatile verb covering fire, cooking, and body temperature.
25. 神话 shén huà Myth; mythology; legend. Traditional stories involving gods, heroes, or supernatural events.
26. 商务 shāng wù Business; commerce; commercial affairs. Refers to formal business activities and matters.
27. 燃料 rán liào Fuel; material used for burning to produce heat or energy. Covers substances like coal, oil, natural gas, and wood.
28. 晒 shài To dry in the sun; to bask. In modern slang, to show off on social media.
29. 弱 ruò Weak; feeble; inferior in strength or ability. The opposite of 强 (strong).
30. 实用 shí yòng Practical; functional; useful in real life.
31. 燃烧 rán shāo To burn; to combust. Describes the process of something catching fire and producing heat and light.
32. 收获 shōu huò Harvest; gains; to reap. Refers to both literal crop harvesting and figurative gains from experience.
33. 散 sàn To scatter; to disperse; to break up. Describes things spreading apart or people going their separate ways.
34. 事先 shì xiān In advance; beforehand; prior to an event.
35. 收回 shōu huí To take back; to withdraw; to retract.
36. 善于 shàn yú To be good at; to excel at. Indicates proficiency in a particular area.
37. 身材 shēn cái Figure; physique; build. Refers to the shape and proportions of a person's body.
38. 善良 shàn liáng Kind-hearted; good-natured. Describes a person with a genuinely kind and gentle character.
39. 湿 shī Wet; damp; moist.
40. 闪 shǎn To flash; to sparkle; to dodge quickly. Describes a sudden burst of light or a quick evasive movement.
41. 身高 shēn gāo Height (of a person). Specifically refers to how tall a person is.
42. 扫 sǎo To sweep; to clean with a broom. Also means to scan in modern usage.
43. 热心 rè xīn Warm-hearted; enthusiastic about helping others. Describes a person who is eager to offer assistance.
44. 热闹 rè nao Lively; bustling; exciting with lots of activity and noise. Can also mean to join in the fun.
45. 闪电 shǎn diàn Lightning. The flash of light produced during a thunderstorm.
46. 赏 shǎng To appreciate; to enjoy; to admire; to reward. Used for enjoying beauty or bestowing a reward.
47. 上门 shàng mén To come to the door; to visit someone's home; to make a house call.
48. 深厚 shēn hòu Deep; profound; solid. Describes feelings, relationships, or foundations that are strong and well-established.
49. 伞 sǎn Umbrella; parasol. A portable device used for protection from rain or sun.
50. 食堂 shí táng Canteen; cafeteria; dining hall.
51. 上个月 shàng ge yuè Last month. Refers to the month immediately before the current one.
52. 使劲 shǐ jìn To exert force; to make an effort; to try hard.
53. 日历 rì lì Calendar. A system or physical object showing the days, weeks, and months of a year.
54. 试卷 shì juàn Exam paper; test paper.
55. 上楼 shàng lóu To go upstairs; to go up to a higher floor.