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Chinese is a pictorial language and is the only Language which has no Alphabet. Chinese Characters originated from picture. According legend, Cang Jie (仓颉) created Chinese Characters or scripts. Inspired by the trace of bird and animal, he created Chinese Characters or scripts by observing the nature shape such as Sun, moon, wood. Around one third of the total population on the earth are still using Chinese Characters. The creation and evolution of Chinese Characters is closely interwoven with the development of Chinese Culture and has long lasting impact on Japan, Korean, Vietnam, and Thailand... etc.

Chinese Characters are an important tool for extending, spreading and exchanging idea. Chinese Characters contain information and will never be replaced by Alphabet in other languages.

It is a daunting challenge to foreigner as well as native Chinese. But good news for you, we have secrets to share with you how to study Chinese in a smarter way:

Guessing. Guessing by Chinese Radicals. There are around 220 Chinese Radicals in my collections. But the Most Common 20 Chinese Radicals which account 51% of total Chinese Characters.

We will arrange the Chinese Radicals according their importance and give you the most important 60 Chinese Radicals in 3 courses.

Overall, there will be two series to cover Chinese Radicals and boost your vocabulary.

1 HSK Reading Skills-Guess by Chinese Radicals, Quick View

2 HSK Reading Skills-Guess by Chinese Radicals in Details

Quick View of Chinese Radicals will give you a big picture of Chinese Characters, something like a key to open the treasure.

HSK Reading Skills-Guess by Chinese Radicals in details

We will explain Chinese Radicals with the most common Chinese Characters in HSK 1 - 6 (Chinese Proficiency Test Level 1-6).

After boot camping of Chinese Characters, we will test your understanding by reading quiz.

In each video, there is a section call "Vocabulary Builder", which is our many years’ effort in Chinese teaching as a secondary language.

The main features of "Vocabulary Builder" are:

1 The best possible English translations. The English translation is referring to Oxford Dictionary and other online dictionaries. Clear English translation is SO important for foreigner students to learn Chinese.

Each Character and even phrases may have many meanings. Accurate English translation will give you a crystal clear view on Chinese phrases.

2 Up-to-date and updating. We have go thought the whole Oxford Dictionary and other recourses to collect more than 60,000 phrases with the best translation possible for our reference in editing materials.

We are updating more than 5000 new phrases into our collections to reflect the ever-never fast changing China.

3 Indicating the difficulty level of Phrase according to HSK levels.

You will not see such Classifications in any other dictionaries. Our unique classification provides a framework for selecting of articles. Choosing material suitable for students’ level and evaluate their progress is an Art of teaching.

4 The most important thing is the Vocabulary Builder.

This is more than just a vocabulary list. It is a Language Builder based on the Chinese language’s special features and our 25 years' experience.

The Vocabulary Builder will find and list out the connections among Chinese Characters, expand into more phrases. We will use sentence to show how to use the new phrase in context, to point out the common booby trap.

Vocabulary Builder actually is our natural process of Language Building.

The Most Common Used Chinese Characters- 101-150 according HSK,

101 姐 HSK 1 LM 1259 姐

102 妹 HSK 1 LM 1110 妹

103 子 HSK 1 LM 122 子

104 书 HSK 1 LM 171 書

105 包 HSK 1 LM 331 包

106 桌 HSK 1 LM 1372 桌

107 椅 HSK 1 LM 1742 椅

108 衣 HSK 1 LM 713 衣

109 裤 HSK 1 LM 1646 褲

110 袜 HSK 1 LM 2263 襪

111 鞋 HSK 1 LM 786 鞋

112 写 HSK 1 LM 332 寫

113 字 HSK 1 LM 223 字

114 画 HSK 1 LM 507 畫

115 去 HSK 1 LM 134 去

116 出 HSK 1 LM 64 出

117 入 HSK 1 LM 206 入

118 学 HSK 1 LM 81 學

119 生 HSK 1 LM 102 生

120 校 HSK 1 LM 494 校

121 读 HSK 1 LM 407 讀

122 汽 HSK 1 LM 1441 汽

123 脚 HSK 1 LM 864 腳

124 眼 HSK 1 LM 460 眼

125 睛 HSK 1 LM 2065 睛

126 嘴 HSK 1 LM 1299 嘴

127 巴 HSK 1 LM 888 巴

128 发 HSK 1 LM 95 發

129 毛 HSK 1 LM 585 毛

130 黑 HSK 1 LM 458 黑

131 白 HSK 1 LM 155 白

132 绿 HSK 1 LM 737 綠

133 红 HSK 1 LM 394 紅

134 蓝 HSK 1 LM 801 藍

135 紫 HSK 1 LM 982 紫

136 友 HSK 1 LM 373 友

137 叫 HSK 1 LM 282 叫

138 吃 HSK 1 LM 409 吃

139 名 HSK 1 LM 36 名

140 吗 HSK 1 LM 104 嗎

141 吧 HSK 1 LM 493 吧

142 听 HSK 1 LM 363 聽

143 喜 HSK 1 LM 708 喜

144 坐 HSK 1 LM 606 坐

145 多 HSK 1 LM 29 多

146 好 HSK 1 LM 40 好

147 姓 HSK 1 LM 1325 姓

148 孩 HSK 1 LM 1528 孩

149 客 HSK 1 LM 309 客

150 室 HSK 1 LM 229 室

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Learning objectives

Understand the only language without alphabets
Learn how to write chinese using animation
Learn the secrets of how chinese characters were created.
Decode chinese – learn radicals

Know basic rules of how the characters are created
Expanding vocabularies in smart way
Know basic 7 rules of how the characters are written
Learn pinyin (pronunciation system) and know how to read correctly.

Understand the only language without alphabets
Learn how to write chinese using animation
Learn the secrets of how chinese characters were created.
Decode chinese – learn radicals
Know basic rules of how the characters are created
Expanding vocabularies in smart way
Know basic 7 rules of how the characters are written
Learn pinyin (pronunciation system) and know how to read correctly.

Syllabus

Learn 100 Chinese Characters

Introduction

Introduction to Radical - The Root part of Chinese Chinese Characters

Let We begin

Chinese Idiom story 028 一曝十寒 work by fits and starts

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Read about what's good

what should give you pause

and possible dealbreakers

Focuses on characters from HSK levels 1-2, which provides a structured approach to learning Mandarin Chinese for beginners

Explores the etymology of Chinese characters, which can aid memorization and understanding for visual learners

Includes a 'Vocabulary Builder' section that expands on character connections and usage, which is helpful for building a strong vocabulary base

Teaches Pinyin pronunciation, which is essential for mastering spoken Mandarin and avoiding miscommunication

Includes Chinese idiom stories, which may enrich learners' understanding of Chinese culture and language nuances

Refers to a 'new version 2020', which may mean that the course content is not fully up-to-date with the latest HSK standards or language usage

Reviews summary

Beginner hsk chinese character study

Based on the provided course description and syllabus, this course, "Chinese Characters You Must Know for HSK 1-2 Volume 3," aims to teach HSK 1-2 level Chinese characters (101-150) to beginners. It promotes a smart learning strategy using radicals to understand character origins and a proprietary Vocabulary Builder to connect characters and expand vocabulary with clear English translations and HSK level classification. The course materials suggest learners will benefit from character writing animation and Pinyin guidance, offering a structured foundation for character acquisition. As no student reviews were provided, this summary is based solely on the course's stated content and objectives.

Targets specific beginner HSK levels.

"The course covers specific characters from HSK 1 level."

"This volume focuses on characters 101-150 for HSK 1."

"It seems designed to help me prepare for the HSK test."

"Knowing these characters is essential for beginner fluency."

Shows how to write with animation.

"The course description says I will learn how to write using animation."

"I hope the animation makes writing easier to understand and follow."

"It also teaches the basic rules for writing characters properly."

"Visualizing stroke order is important for learning characters."

Learn character meaning via roots.

"I will learn how to guess character meanings by using Chinese Radicals."

"They say focusing on the most common radicals is a secret to smart learning."

"The course promises to explain radicals with common HSK characters."

"Decoding Chinese by learning radicals sounds like a logical approach."

Proprietary tool for vocab growth.

"I'm interested in their unique Vocabulary Builder feature."

"It connects characters, expands phrases, and shows usage in sentences."

"It supposedly provides the best possible English translations."

"They claim it's based on 25 years of teaching experience."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Chinese Characters You Must Know for HSK 1-2 Volume 3 with these activities:

Review Pinyin Pronunciation

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Reviewing Pinyin pronunciation will help you accurately pronounce Chinese characters and improve your listening comprehension.

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Review the Pinyin chart and its sounds.
Practice pronouncing each sound individually.
Listen to native speakers pronounce words and repeat.

HSK 1 Vocabulary Book

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Reviewing an HSK 1 vocabulary book will reinforce your understanding of the characters and words covered in the course.

View Putting Knowledge to Work on Amazon

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Obtain a copy of an HSK 1 vocabulary book.
Study the vocabulary lists and sample sentences.
Create flashcards or use a vocabulary app to memorize the words.

Character Writing Practice

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Practicing writing Chinese characters will improve your character recognition and handwriting skills.

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Select a set of characters from the course.
Find stroke order diagrams for each character.
Practice writing each character multiple times, focusing on stroke order and structure.

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Create Flashcards

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Creating flashcards will help you memorize the characters and their meanings more effectively.

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Choose a set of characters from the course.
Write the character on one side of the flashcard.
Write the Pinyin and English meaning on the other side.
Use the flashcards to practice memorizing the characters.

Basic Chinese: A Grammar and Workbook

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Studying a Chinese grammar book will deepen your understanding of sentence structure and improve your ability to form correct sentences.

View The Chinese Lexicon on Amazon

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Obtain a copy of a basic Chinese grammar book.
Read the explanations of grammar points relevant to HSK 1-2.
Complete the exercises to practice applying the grammar rules.

Write Simple Sentences

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Writing simple sentences using the learned characters will help you solidify your understanding of their usage.

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Choose a set of characters from the course.
Create simple sentences using each character.
Check your sentences for grammatical correctness.

Practice with a Language Partner

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Practicing with a language partner will improve your speaking and listening skills.

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Find a language partner who is also learning Chinese.
Practice speaking and listening to each other.
Review the characters and vocabulary from the course together.

Career center

Learners who complete Chinese Characters You Must Know for HSK 1-2 Volume 3 will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Language Tutor

A language tutor provides personalized instruction to students learning a new language. This course provides targeted training in Chinese vocabulary and character recognition, which may be helpful for tutoring students in introductory Mandarin Chinese. The course's emphasis on vocabulary building and understanding radicals can help language tutors to explain Chinese language concepts.

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Translator

A translator converts written materials from one language into another, ensuring accuracy and conveying the original meaning. This course, focusing on Chinese characters essential for HSK levels 1 and 2, helps build a foundation in the Chinese language. Because the course emphasizes vocabulary expansion and understanding the nuances of Chinese characters, it may be useful to achieve success in translation work. This course is particularly useful because of its focus on practical vocabulary that aligns with standardized proficiency tests.

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Interpreter

An interpreter facilitates spoken communication between individuals who speak different languages. This course, which hones in on Chinese characters, pronunciation, and vocabulary relevant to HSK levels 1 and 2, may be useful to help one grasp foundational aspects of the Chinese language. Furthermore, the curriculum’s emphasis on accurate and updated vocabulary, referencing Oxford and online dictionaries, may be beneficial for communicating effectively. With its focus on practical language skills, this course may support those looking to become interpreters.

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ESL Teacher

An English as a Second Language teacher instructs individuals whose first language is not English. A comprehensive understanding of both English and the students’ native language is essential. This course, with its focus on Chinese characters, vocabulary, and the HSK proficiency test, may be useful for ESL teachers working with Chinese-speaking students. The course's emphasis on clear English translations and up-to-date vocabulary will also provide a framework for curriculum development and effective teaching.

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Travel Guide

A travel guide leads and educates tourists in a specific region or country. This course, which helps build foundational knowledge of Chinese characters and vocabulary, may be useful for guiding tourists in Chinese-speaking regions. The course's emphasis on basic phrases and cultural context can support tour guides in providing informative and engaging experiences.

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Content Creator

A content creator develops engaging content, such as blog posts, videos, or social media updates. This course, which focuses on foundational Chinese characters and vocabulary relevant to HSK levels 1 and 2, may lay the groundwork for creating content related to Chinese language learning or culture. The course's emphasis on accurate English translations and up-to-date vocabulary can help ensure the quality and appeal of the content.

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Localization Specialist

A localization specialist adapts content for specific regions or markets, considering linguistic and cultural nuances. This course, centered on Chinese characters and basic vocabulary for HSK levels 1 and 2, may improve one's awareness of the Chinese language and its cultural context. By learning about the origins and meanings of Chinese characters, localization specialists can gain valuable insights for culturally appropriate content adaptation.

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Tour Operator

A tour operator plans and manages travel packages for individuals or groups. This course, which helps build a foundational understanding of Mandarin Chinese, may be useful to engage with local businesses and customers in China. The course's learning outcomes of character recognition and speaking basic Mandarin may be helpful for someone in this role.

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Cultural Attaché

A cultural attaché promotes cultural exchange and understanding between countries. This course, which helps build a foundation in Mandarin Chinese through character study and vocabulary acquisition, may be useful for understanding Chinese culture and facilitating communication. The course's focus on the origins and evolution of Chinese characters may be helpful for someone in this role.

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Foreign Correspondent

A foreign correspondent reports news from other countries. While this role often requires advanced language proficiency, this course helps build a foundation in Mandarin Chinese, specifically focusing on essential characters and vocabulary. The course's learning objective of understanding the language's structure and vocabulary will be useful for foreign correspondents seeking to work in China.

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Archivist

An archivist catalogs and preserves historical records. This course will be useful in providing a basic understanding of the Chinese language, specifically regarding character recognition and basic vocabulary. This may be useful for archivists who work with historical documents written in Chinese. Furthermore, the curriculum’s emphasis on understanding the evolution of language will provide a solid foundation for those interested in exploring historical records.

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Librarian

A librarian assists people to find books and other resources. They may oversee a library's collection and acquisitions. This course in Chinese characters will be useful for cataloging and organizing Chinese-language materials. Also, libraries serving multicultural populations will benefit from librarians who understand multiple languages and the cultures from which they spring.

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Historian

Historians research, analyze, and interpret the past. This course, with its focus on the origins and rules of Chinese characters, may be useful to those specializing in Chinese history. While a historian typically requires advanced language skills, this course will be helpful for processing documents from HSK 1-2.

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International Business Consultant

An international business consultant advises companies on strategies for expanding into foreign markets. This course helps build a foundational understanding of Mandarin Chinese, focusing on essential characters and vocabulary. While advanced language skills may be required to thrive in this role, this course's emphasis on language building will be useful when interacting with Chinese counterparts.

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Market Research Analyst

A market research analyst gathers and analyzes data on consumer behavior and market trends. This course provides a foundational understanding of Mandarin Chinese, which may be useful for analysts focusing on Chinese markets. While this course will not be sufficient on its own, the syllabus's focus on learning the names of objects, colors, and places may be useful for conducting basic research.

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