HSK 7-9 — 可悲 to 口罩

Introduction

HSK 7-9 vocabulary represents near-native proficiency — advanced academic, professional, and literary Chinese used by educated speakers in sophisticated contexts.

This chapter covers 55 words from 可悲 to 口罩, spanning nuanced meanings across formal registers, specialised domains, and idiomatic expression.

Themes

All HSK 7-9 Vocabulary in This Chapter (55)

1. 恐怖 kǒng bù Terrifying; horrifying; terror. Describes something that causes extreme fear or relates to terrorism.
2. 恐惧 kǒng jù Fear; dread; terror. A deep feeling of being afraid.
3. 坑 kēng Pit; hole; to cheat; to rip off. Both a noun for a depression in the ground and a verb meaning to swindle someone.
4. 口味 kǒu wèi Taste; flavor; personal preference. One's preference in food or more broadly, in other matters.
5. 可笑 kě xiào Ridiculous; laughable; absurd. Describes something so foolish or unreasonable that it invites mockery.
6. 控告 kòng gào To sue; to accuse; to prosecute. The formal act of bringing charges against someone through legal channels.
7. 客运 kè yùn Passenger transport; passenger service. The commercial transportation of passengers.
8. 口径 kǒu jìng Caliber; diameter; unified stance. The diameter of a tube or barrel, or metaphorically, a consistent message or position.
9. 可行 kě xíng Feasible; viable; practicable. Describes plans, methods, or ideas that can be successfully implemented.
10. 可不是 kě bù shi Isn't that so; exactly; you said it. An emphatic expression used to strongly agree with someone's statement.
11. 可谓 kě wèi Can be said to be; may be called; it can be described as. A formal expression introducing a characterization or assessment.
12. 空白 kòng bái Blank; empty space; gap. An unfilled area or a void in knowledge, memory, or records.
13. 客机 kè jī Passenger aircraft; airliner. A commercial airplane designed to carry passengers.
14. 恐慌 kǒng huāng Panic; alarm; terror. A state of widespread fear and anxiety.
15. 恐吓 kǒng hè To threaten; to intimidate; to menace. The act of using fear to coerce someone.
16. 恐龙 kǒng lóng Dinosaur. Prehistoric reptiles that dominated the Earth millions of years ago.
17. 可悲 kě bēi Sad; lamentable; deplorable. Describes something that evokes pity or sorrow, often with a sense of tragedy or misfortune.
18. 刻意 kè yì Deliberately; intentionally; on purpose. Describes actions done with conscious effort or design.
19. 口罩 kǒu zhào Face mask; surgical mask. A protective covering worn over the nose and mouth.
20. 空前 kōng qián Unprecedented; never before seen. Describes something that has no prior equal in history.
21. 可恶 kě wù Hateful; detestable; abominable. Expresses strong dislike or disgust toward someone or something.
22. 可疑 kě yí Suspicious; questionable; dubious. Describes people, behavior, or circumstances that arouse suspicion.
23. 口气 kǒu qì Tone of voice; manner of speaking; breath. How something is said or the implication behind words.
24. 口音 kǒu yīn Accent; regional pronunciation. The way someone pronounces words, often revealing their regional origin.
25. 可耻 kě chǐ Shameful; disgraceful. Describes behavior or actions that deserve condemnation and bring shame.
26. 可信 kě xìn Credible; trustworthy; believable. Describes information, sources, or people that can be trusted.
27. 可观 kě guān Considerable; substantial; impressive. Describes quantities, amounts, or results that are notably large or significant.
28. 恳求 kěn qiú To implore; to entreat; to beg earnestly. A sincere and desperate plea for something.
29. 空虚 kōng xū Empty; hollow; void. Describes a feeling of emptiness, especially emotional or spiritual.
30. 克制 kè zhì To restrain; to exercise self-control; to hold back. The act of suppressing emotions or impulses.
31. 客房 kè fáng Guest room; hotel room. A room designated for guests, either in a hotel or a private home.
32. 空难 kōng nàn Plane crash; air disaster. An accident involving an aircraft that results in casualties or destruction.
33. 口腔 kǒu qiāng Oral cavity; mouth. The anatomical interior of the mouth.
34. 啃 kěn To gnaw; to nibble; to bite into something hard. The action of biting and chewing on something.
35. 可贵 kě guì Valuable; precious; commendable. Describes qualities, attitudes, or actions that are worthy of admiration and rare.
36. 空地 kòng dì Open space; vacant lot; clearing. An area of land that is unoccupied or undeveloped.
37. 克隆 kè lóng To clone; clone. The process of creating a genetically identical copy of an organism.
38. 可口 kě kǒu Tasty; delicious; palatable. Describes food or drinks that are pleasant to the taste.
39. 可想而知 kě xiǎng ér zhī It goes without saying; one can imagine; it's easy to see. Indicates that a conclusion is obvious and can be inferred.
40. 口水 kǒu shuǐ Saliva; drool. The fluid produced by glands in the mouth.
41. 口碑 kǒu bēi Word of mouth; reputation; public opinion. The collective opinion or reputation of something based on what people say.
42. 口感 kǒu gǎn Mouthfeel; texture in the mouth. The physical sensation of food or drink when eaten or drunk.
43. 刻苦 kè kǔ Hardworking; industrious; assiduous. Describes dedicated effort, especially in studies or training.
44. 空隙 kòng xì Gap; crack; opening; interval. A small space between objects or a break in continuity.
45. 客流 kè liú Passenger flow; customer traffic. The volume of passengers or customers moving through a space.
46. 空想 kōng xiǎng Fantasy; daydream; idle fancy. Unrealistic thinking or impractical ideas.
47. 口令 kǒu lìng Password; command; verbal order. A spoken code or military command.
48. 口才 kǒu cái Eloquence; speaking ability; gift of gab. The skill of expressing oneself clearly and persuasively.
49. 口香糖 kǒu xiāng táng Chewing gum. A soft, cohesive substance designed to be chewed but not swallowed.
50. 空荡荡 kōng dàng dàng Empty; deserted; desolate. Describes a space that feels completely empty and echoing.
51. 口吃 kǒu chī To stutter; to stammer. A speech disorder characterized by involuntary repetitions or prolongations of sounds.
52. 口哨 kǒu shào Whistle (sound); to whistle. The sound made by pursing lips and blowing, or a physical whistle device.
53. 可乘之机 kě chéng zhī jī An opportunity to exploit; a chance to take advantage of. Refers to a vulnerable moment or opening that can be seized.
54. 可歌可泣 kě gē kě qì Heroic and moving; worthy of being sung and wept over. Describes deeds so noble and touching that they deserve both praise and tears.
55. 刻舟求剑 kè zhōu qiú jiàn To mark the boat to find the sword; clinging to rigid methods despite changing circumstances. A parable about the folly of inflexibility.