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