HSK 4 - General 3

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 此外 to 地位, 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. 导致 dǎo zhì To lead to; to cause; to result in. Indicates that one event or action brings about a particular outcome.
2. 大陆 dà lù Continent; mainland. A large continuous landmass, or specifically mainland China.
3. 担心 dān xīn To worry; to be concerned about. A feeling of anxiety about something that might happen.
4. 此外 cǐ wài Besides; in addition; moreover. A formal conjunction used to introduce supplementary information.
5. 大会 dà huì Conference; assembly; congress. A large formal meeting or gathering.
6. 促进 cù jìn To promote; to facilitate; to advance. Used for actions that help something develop or improve.
7. 担任 dān rèn To serve as; to hold the position of; to take on a role.
8. 地位 dì wèi Position; status; standing. One's rank or importance in society, an organisation, or a field.
9. 大型 dà xíng Large-scale; large-sized. Describes something that is big in size, scope, or scale.
10. 敌人 dí rén Enemy; foe; adversary. A person or group that is hostile and opposed to you.
11. 措施 cuò shī Measure; step; action taken to deal with a situation. Typically refers to official or planned actions.
12. 的确 dí què Indeed; really; truly. Used to confirm or emphasise that something is genuinely the case.
13. 答案 dá àn Answer; solution. The response to a question or problem.
14. 大众 dà zhòng The public; the masses; popular. Refers to the general population or mainstream tastes.
15. 刺激 cì jī To stimulate; to provoke. Also a noun meaning stimulation or excitement.
16. 大多 dà duō Mostly; for the most part. Indicates that something applies to the majority of cases.
17. 大规模 dà guī mó Large-scale; on a grand scale. Describing something that is extensive in size, scope, or impact.
18. 登记 dēng jì To register; to check in; to sign up. The act of formally recording one's information for official purposes.
19. 戴 dài To wear (accessories); to put on (hat, glasses, watch, etc.). Used for items worn on the head, face, hands, or neck.
20. 单独 dān dú Alone; individually; by oneself. Doing something separately from others.
21. 待遇 dài yù Treatment; pay and benefits; compensation. How someone is treated, especially in terms of salary and work conditions.
22. 大楼 dà lóu Building; large multi-storey building. A tall or substantial structure.
23. 地面 dì miàn Ground; floor; surface. The surface of the earth or the floor of a room.
24. 从此 cóng cǐ From then on; since then; henceforth. An adverb marking a turning point after which things changed.
25. 单纯 dān chún Simple; pure; naive. Describes someone or something uncomplicated and without hidden motives.
26. 底 dǐ Bottom; base; end. The lowest part of something, or the underlying foundation.
27. 打败 dǎ bài To defeat; to beat. To win against someone in competition, battle, or struggle.
28. 代替 dài tì To replace; to substitute for. Taking the place of someone or something.
29. 登 dēng To climb; to ascend; to mount. Also means to publish or to be printed in a publication.
30. 大哥 dà gē Eldest brother; big brother. Also a respectful or friendly address for a man slightly older than oneself.
31. 促使 cù shǐ To urge; to impel; to cause someone to do something. Emphasises an external force driving action.
32. 刺 cì To prick; to stab; to sting. Also a noun meaning thorn or splinter.
33. 粗 cū Thick; coarse; rough. Describes something that has a large diameter or a rough texture.
34. 登录 dēng lù To log in; to sign in. The act of entering credentials to access a digital system or account.
35. 担保 dān bǎo To guarantee; to vouch for. Also a noun meaning guarantee or surety.
36. 灯光 dēng guāng Lamplight; lighting; the light from lamps or fixtures. Refers to artificial illumination.
37. 大爷 dà ye Uncle; elderly man. A respectful or familiar address for older men, especially in northern China.
38. 倒闭 dǎo bì To go bankrupt; to close down. Describes a business or company that fails and ceases operations.
39. 大妈 dà mā Auntie; middle-aged or older woman. A familiar address for women of one's parents' or grandparents' generation.
40. 促销 cù xiāo To promote sales; sales promotion. Activities designed to boost product sales.
41. 袋 dài Bag; sack; pocket. A container made of flexible material, also used as a measure word.
42. 大姐 dà jiě Eldest sister; big sister. Also a respectful or casual address for a woman somewhat older than oneself.
43. 得意 dé yì Pleased with oneself; proud; complacent. Describes a feeling of satisfaction or smugness about one's own achievements.
44. 导游 dǎo yóu Tour guide; to guide a tour. Refers to a person who leads tourists and explains sights, or the activity of guiding.
45. 淡 dàn Light; bland; pale; thin. Describes something lacking in intensity of flavour, colour, or feeling.
46. 大方 dà fang Generous; graceful and composed. Describes someone who is open-handed with money or poised in manner.
47. 登山 dēng shān To climb a mountain; mountaineering; hiking. The activity of ascending mountains for sport or recreation.
48. 打扫 dǎ sǎo To clean; to sweep; to tidy up. The act of cleaning a space.
49. 单调 dān diào Monotonous; dull; lacking variety. Describes something tediously repetitive or unvaried.
50. 打针 dǎ zhēn To give or receive an injection; to get a shot. A medical procedure involving a needle.
51. 大巴 dà bā Coach; large bus. A long-distance or intercity bus.
52. 打折 dǎ zhé To give a discount; to be on sale. Reducing the price of goods.
53. 打雷 dǎ léi To thunder. Describes the natural phenomenon of thunder occurring during a storm.
54. 倒车 dǎo chē To transfer between vehicles; to change buses or trains. Refers to switching from one route or line to another during a journey.
55. 粗心 cū xīn Careless; inattentive. Describes a tendency to overlook details or make mistakes due to lack of care.