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HSK 1 characters, lessons 1–28Page 1 of 1 · 228 characters · 83 lessons

Characters 1–228 of the 228 first met at HSK 1, grouped by the story lesson that meets each one first, in teaching order: pinyin, a meaning, the stroke count, the radical and the word it is met in. Each character opens its page, which draws the strokes in order and lists every word that uses it.

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温情相伴与日夕起居Affection, Campus Routine & Daily Vitality · lessons 1–4 · 10 characters

名 míng · name; fame
6 strokes · radical 口 · first in 报名 — to sign up, to register, lesson 2
人 rén · man, person; people
2 strokes · radical 人 · first in 爱人 — spouse, beloved partner, lesson 1
爱 ài · to love, to like, to be fond of; love, affection
10 strokes · radical 爫 · first in 爱人 — spouse, beloved partner, lesson 1
半 bàn · half; semi-, incomplete
5 strokes · radical 十 · first in 半夜 — midnight, the dead of night, lesson 2
白 bái · in vain, for nothing
5 strokes · radical 白 · first in 白色 — white (colour), lesson 1
边 biān · side, edge, margin
5 strokes · radical 辶 · first in 边 — side, edge, margin, lesson 4
帮 bāng · to help, to assist; to support, to defend
9 strokes · radical 巾 · first in 帮助 — to help, to assist, lesson 2
班 bān · class, squad, team, work shift
10 strokes · radical 王 · first in 班长 — class monitor, lesson 1
说 shuō · to speak, to say; to scold, to upbraid
9 strokes · radical 讠 · first in 比如说 — namely, that is to say, lesson 3
不 bù · no, not, un-; negative prefix
4 strokes · radical 一 · first in 不错 — pretty good, not bad, lesson 4

谨言慎行与辨微格物Discernment, Daily Judgment & Nuance · lessons 5–8 · 13 characters

好 hǎo · good, excellent, fine; proper, suitable
6 strokes · radical 女 · first in 不好意思 — embarrassed, sorry, lesson 5
一 yī · one; a, an
1 strokes · radical 一 · first in 不一定 — not necessarily, lesson 6
多 duō · much, many, multi-; more than, over
6 strokes · radical 夕 · first in 差不多 — almost, nearly the same, lesson 8
少 shǎo · few, little; less
4 strokes · radical 小 · first in 不少 — quite a lot, not few, lesson 6
太 tài · very, too much; big
4 strokes · radical 大 · first in 不太 — not very, not too, lesson 6
菜 cài · vegetables; order, dish
11 strokes · radical 艹 · first in 菜单 — menu, lesson 7
要 yào · essential, necessary; to ask for
9 strokes · radical 覀 · first in 不要 — do not, must not, lesson 6
儿 ér · son, child
2 strokes · radical 儿 · first in 不一会儿 — in just a moment, shortly after, lesson 7
分 fēn · to divide, to allocate; fraction
4 strokes · radical 刀 · first in 部分 — part, section, portion, lesson 7
同 tóng · the same, alike
6 strokes · radical 口 · first in 不同 — different, distinct, lesson 6
见 jiàn · to see, to observe, to meet, to appear
4 strokes · radical 见 · first in 常见 — common, frequently seen, lesson 8
会 huì · kuài · to assemble, to meet; meeting
6 strokes · radical 人 · first in 不一会儿 — in just a moment, shortly after, lesson 7
常 cháng · common, general, normal; always, frequently, regularly
11 strokes · radical 巾 · first in 常见 — common, frequently seen, lesson 8

畅行通衢与街市商旅Urban Commerce, Transit & Cityscape · lessons 9–12 · 11 characters

生 shēng · raw, uncooked
5 strokes · radical 生 · first in 出生 — to be born, lesson 10
国 guó · country, nation, state; national
8 strokes · radical 囗 · first in 出国 — to go abroad, lesson 10
小 xiǎo · small, tiny, insignificant
3 strokes · radical 小 · first in 从小 — since childhood, lesson 12
现 xiàn · to appear, to manifest; current, now
8 strokes · radical 王 · first in 出现 — to appear, to emerge, lesson 10
天 tiān · sky, heaven; god, celestial
4 strokes · radical 大 · first in 春天 — spring (season), lesson 11
语 yǔ · words, language; saying, expression
9 strokes · radical 讠 · first in 词语 — words, expressions, lesson 12
车 chē · cart, vehicle; to move in a cart
4 strokes · radical 车 · first in 车辆 — vehicles, lesson 9
打 dǎ · to attack, to beat, to hit, to strike
5 strokes · radical 扌 · first in 打工 — to work a temporary job, lesson 12
工 gōng · labor, work; laborer, worker
3 strokes · radical 工 · first in 打工 — to work a temporary job, lesson 12
院 yuàn · institute, academy
9 strokes · radical 阝 · first in 出院 — to be discharged from hospital, lesson 10
口 kǒu · mouth; entrance, gate, opening
3 strokes · radical 口 · first in 出口 — exit, lesson 10

广阔天地与日常见闻Nature, Community & Everyday Vistas · lessons 13–16 · 9 characters

是 shì · to be; indeed, right, yes
9 strokes · radical 日 · first in 但是 — however, but, lesson 15
蛋 dàn · dàng · egg(s), a food item laid by birds
11 strokes · radical 虫 · first in 蛋 — egg(s), a food item laid by birds, lesson 16
时 shí · at the time of; when
7 strokes · radical 日 · first in 当时 — at that time, then, lesson 15
家 jiā · house, home, residence; family
10 strokes · radical 宀 · first in 大家 — everyone, lesson 13
大 dà · dài · big, great, vast, high, deep
3 strokes · radical 大 · first in 大大 — greatly, considerably, lesson 13
到 dào · to go to, to arrive
8 strokes · radical 刂 · first in 到处 — everywhere, all over, lesson 15
来 lái · to arrive, to come, to return; in the future, later on
7 strokes · radical 木 · first in 带来 — to bring about, to result in, lesson 14
道 dào · to say
12 strokes · radical 辶 · first in 道 — to say, lesson 16
衣 yī · cloth; clothes, apparel
6 strokes · radical 衣 · first in 大衣 — an overcoat, lesson 14

辨析求是与方寸起居Reasoning, Nuance & Winter Comfort · lessons 17–20 · 10 characters

点 diǎn · dot, point, speck
9 strokes · radical 灬 · first in 点头 — to nod, lesson 18
得 dé · to win, to obtain (through effort)
11 strokes · radical 彳 · first in 得 — to win, to obtain (through effort), lesson 17
面 miàn · surface, side
9 strokes · radical 面 · first in 对面 — opposite side, across from, lesson 20
读 dú · to study, to learn; to read, to pronounce
10 strokes · radical 讠 · first in 读音 — pronunciation, lesson 19
东 dōng · east, eastern, eastward
5 strokes · radical 一 · first in 东北 — the Northeast, Northeast China, lesson 18
话 huà · talk, speech; language, dialect
8 strokes · radical 讠 · first in 的话 — if, in that case (used after a clause), lesson 17
等 děng · rank, grade; same, equal
12 strokes · radical ⺮ · first in 等到 — to wait until, lesson 17
店 diàn · shop, store
8 strokes · radical 广 · first in 店 — shop, store, lesson 18
对 duì · correct, right; facing, opposed
5 strokes · radical 寸 · first in 对话 — dialogue, conversation, lesson 20
的 de · dì · aim, goal; of
8 strokes · radical 白 · first in 的话 — if, in that case (used after a clause), lesson 17

繁弦急管与民生日用Community Living, Daily Care & Festive Rhythms · lessons 21–24 · 8 characters

么 me · interrogative particle
3 strokes · radical 丿 · first in 多么 — how (+adj), to what extent, lesson 21
觉 jué · jiào · sleep (a nap, a night's sleep)
9 strokes · radical 见 · first in 感觉 — feeling, sensation, lesson 24
饭 fàn · meal, food; cooked rice
7 strokes · radical 饣 · first in 饭馆 — restaurant, diner, lesson 21
下 xià · below, underneath; inferior
3 strokes · radical 一 · first in 放下 — to put down, to set aside, lesson 22
习 xí · to study, to practice; habit
3 strokes · radical 冫 · first in 复习 — to review, to revise, lesson 23
开 kāi · to open; to start, to initiate, to begin
4 strokes · radical 廾 · first in 分开 — to separate, to part ways, lesson 23
谢 xiè · to thank; to refuse politely
12 strokes · radical 讠 · first in 感谢 — to thank, to be grateful to, lesson 24
服 fú · to be convinced, moved to admiration
8 strokes · radical 月 · first in 服务 — service, to serve, lesson 23

刚毅果决与物换星移Fortitude, Precision & Social Fellowship · lessons 25–28 · 10 characters

高 gāo · āo · tall, lofty; high, elevated
10 strokes · radical 高 · first in 高中 — senior high school, lesson 25
个 gè · this, that; single
3 strokes · radical 丨 · first in 个子 — height, stature, physical build, lesson 26
子 zi · son, child; seed, egg
3 strokes · radical 子 · first in 个子 — height, stature, physical build, lesson 26
中 zhōng · central; center, middle
4 strokes · radical 丨 · first in 高中 — senior high school, lesson 25
杯 bēi · cup, glass; measure word for liquids
8 strokes · radical 木 · first in 干杯 — to toast, cheers, lesson 25
里 lǐ · unit of distance equal to 0.5km; village
7 strokes · radical 里 · first in 公里 — kilometer, metric distance unit, lesson 26
机 jī · desk; machine
6 strokes · radical 木 · first in 关机 — to power off, shut down (a device), lesson 28
客 kè · guest, traveller; customer
9 strokes · radical 宀 · first in 顾客 — customer, patron, lesson 28
关 guān · frontier pass; to close, to shut
6 strokes · radical 丷 · first in 关机 — to power off, shut down (a device), lesson 28
事 shì · affair, matter, business; to serve
8 strokes · radical 亅 · first in 故事 — story, tale, lesson 27

山川胜境与丹青流韵Rivers, Lakes, Artistic Hues & Coastal New Year · lessons 29–32 · 2 characters

年 nián · year; anniversary
6 strokes · radical 干 · first in 过年 — to celebrate the Lunar New Year, lesson 29
后 hòu · after; behind, rear
6 strokes · radical 口 · first in 后来 — afterward, later, lesson 31

寰宇交流与民生安和Global Exchange, Active Vitality & Household Care · lessons 33–36 · 4 characters

欢 huān · happy, glad, joyful
6 strokes · radical 欠 · first in 欢迎 — to welcome, greet warmly, lesson 33
鸡 jī · chicken, rooster
7 strokes · radical 鸟 · first in 鸡 — chicken, rooster, lesson 34
期 qī · a period, phase
12 strokes · radical 月 · first in 假期 — vacation period, break, lesson 35
回 huí · to return, to turn around; a time
6 strokes · radical 囗 · first in 回国 — to return to one's home country, lesson 33

鸿儒硕学与市井生计Scholarly Exchanges, Culinary Flavors & Urban Life · lessons 37–40 · 10 characters

叫 jiào · by (agent marker in a spoken passive)
5 strokes · radical 口 · first in 叫作 — to be called, named, lesson 37
师 shī · teacher, professional, master
6 strokes · radical 巾 · first in 教师 — teacher, educator, lesson 38
学 xué · learning, knowledge, science; to study, to go to school
8 strokes · radical 子 · first in 教学 — teaching, instruction, lesson 38
朋 péng · friend, pal, acquaintance
8 strokes · radical 月 · first in 交朋友 — to make friends, lesson 37
友 you · friend, companion; fraternity
4 strokes · radical 又 · first in 交朋友 — to make friends, lesson 37
果 guǒ · fruit, nut; result
8 strokes · radical 木 · first in 结果 — result, outcome, lesson 40
今 jīn · modern, current; today, now
4 strokes · radical 人 · first in 今后 — from now on, hereafter, lesson 40
日 rì · sun; day
4 strokes · radical 日 · first in 节日 — holiday, festive day, lesson 39
作 zuò · to make, deliver
7 strokes · radical 亻 · first in 叫作 — to be called, named, lesson 37
给 gěi · jǐ · to give, to lend; for, by
9 strokes · radical 纟 · first in 交给 — to hand over to, deliver to, lesson 37

登高致远与文辞璀璨Broad Perspectives & Literary Radiance · lessons 41–44 · 4 characters

考 kǎo · to test, to investigate, to examine
6 strokes · radical 耂 · first in 考生 — exam candidate, lesson 43
看 kàn · to look, take a look
9 strokes · radical 目 · first in 看法 — view, opinion, lesson 43
手 shǒu · hand
4 strokes · radical 手 · first in 举手 — to raise one's hand, lesson 42
能 néng · éng · can, may; capable, full of energy
10 strokes · radical ⺼ · first in 可能 — possible, maybe, lesson 44

研精竭虑与博闻多能Rigorous Inquiry & Versatile Learning · lessons 45–48 · 4 characters

老 lǎo · old, aged; experienced
6 strokes · radical 老 · first in 老年 — old age, the elderly, lesson 47
课 kè · subject, lesson, course; classwork
10 strokes · radical 讠 · first in 课堂 — classroom, lesson 45
想 xiǎng · to believe, to wish for; to consider, to plan, to think
13 strokes · radical 心 · first in 理想 — ideal, aspiration, lesson 48
气 qì · air, breath
4 strokes · radical 气 · first in 空气 — air, lesson 45

融会贯通与嘉言懿行Interconnected Learning, Virtuous Speech & Mindful Living · lessons 49–52 · 5 characters

明 míng · bright, clear; to explain, to understand, to shed light
8 strokes · radical 日 · first in 明星 — star, celebrity, lesson 52
星 xīng · star, planet; a point of light
9 strokes · radical 日 · first in 明星 — star, celebrity, lesson 52
前 qián · in front, forward; former, preceding
9 strokes · radical 刂 · first in 面前 — in front of, lesson 52
拿 ná · to bring, to grasp, to hold, to take
10 strokes · radical 手 · first in 拿出 — to take out, produce, lesson 52
零 líng · zero; fragment, fraction
13 strokes · radical 雨 · first in 零下 — below zero, lesson 49

追根溯源与民情物意Rural Agriculture, Kinship Bonds & Societal Nuances · lessons 53–56 · 3 characters

那 nà · that, that one, those
6 strokes · radical 阝 · first in 那时 — at that time, then, lesson 53
候 hou · to wait, to expect; to visit
10 strokes · radical 亻 · first in 那时候 — at that time, in those days, lesson 53
听 tīng · to hear, to listen; to understand
7 strokes · radical 口 · first in 难听 — unpleasant to hear, lesson 54

浮瓜沉李与岁序更迭Seasonal Nuance, Festive Refreshments & Civic Enterprise · lessons 57–60 · 4 characters

他 tā · other, another; he, she, it
5 strokes · radical 亻 · first in 其他 — other, else, lesson 57
飞 fēi · to fly, to dart; high
3 strokes · radical 飞 · first in 起飞 — to take off, lesson 58
请 qǐng · to ask, to request; to invite
10 strokes · radical 讠 · first in 请客 — to treat, host a meal, lesson 60
起 qǐ · to begin, to initiate; to rise, to stand up
10 strokes · radical 走 · first in 起飞 — to take off, lesson 58

澄怀观道与怡情悦性Autumn Leisure, Festive Feasts & Gracious Sociability · lessons 61–64 · 7 characters

认 rèn · to recognize, admit
4 strokes · radical 讠 · first in 认为 — to think, believe, lesson 63
们 men · plural marker for pronouns and some nouns
5 strokes · radical 亻 · first in 人们 — people, lesson 63
上 shàng · above, on top, superior; to go up
3 strokes · radical 一 · first in 上周 — last week, lesson 64
商 shāng · commerce, business, trade
11 strokes · radical 口 · first in 商量 — to discuss, consult, lesson 64
热 rè · rèn · heat, fever, zeal
10 strokes · radical 灬 · first in 热情 — warm-hearted, enthusiastic, lesson 63
身 shēn · shēng · body, torso; person
7 strokes · radical 身 · first in 全身 — the whole body, lesson 62
体 tǐ · body; group, class
7 strokes · radical 亻 · first in 全体 — all, the whole group, lesson 62

尺璧寸阴与笃志力行Punctual Dedication, Deep Reflection & Living Ecology · lessons 65–68 · 5 characters

什 shén · what? mixed, miscellaneous
4 strokes · radical 亻 · first in 什么样 — what kind of, lesson 65
字 zì · character, letter, symbol, word
6 strokes · radical 子 · first in 数字 — numeral, digit, lesson 68
十 shí · ten, tenth; complete
2 strokes · radical 十 · first in 十分 — very, extremely, lesson 66
水 shuǐ · water, liquid, lotion, juice
4 strokes · radical 水 · first in 水平 — level, standard, lesson 68
在 zài · at, in, on; to exist
6 strokes · radical 土 · first in 实在 — really, honest, lesson 66

晨钟暮鼓与格物穷理Daily Rhythms & Inquiry into Nature · lessons 69–72 · 1 characters

有 yǒu · to have, to own, to possess; to exist
6 strokes · radical 月 · first in 所有 — all, lesson 70

霁月光风与民康物阜Harmonious Skies & Prosperous Seasons · lessons 73–76 · 4 characters

条 tiáo · measure word for long things
7 strokes · radical 木 · first in 条 — measure word for long things, lesson 73
晚 wǎn · night, evening; late
11 strokes · radical 日 · first in 晚安 — good night, lesson 76
外 wài · out, outside, external; foreign
5 strokes · radical 夕 · first in 外地 — other parts of the country, out of town, lesson 76
知 zhī · to know, to perceive, to comprehend
8 strokes · radical 矢 · first in 通知 — to notify, notice, lesson 74

怀瑾握瑜与笃行致远Living Integrity, Broad Horizons & Harmonious Routine · lessons 77–80 · 5 characters

午 wǔ · noon; 7th terrestrial branch
4 strokes · radical 十 · first in 午餐 — lunch, lesson 79
西 xī · xīn · west, western, westward
6 strokes · radical 西 · first in 西北 — northwest, lesson 80
问 wèn · to ask about, to inquire after
6 strokes · radical 门 · first in 问路 — to ask for directions, lesson 79
医 yī · to cure, to heal, to treat; doctor
7 strokes · radical 匸 · first in 西医 — Western medicine, lesson 80
睡 shuì · to sleep, to doze
13 strokes · radical 目 · first in 午睡 — to nap, lesson 79

冰清玉洁与自强不息Pure Aspiration, Sincere Faith & Endless Endeavor · lessons 81–84 · 4 characters

号 hào · mark, sign; symbol
5 strokes · radical 口 · first in 信号 — signal, lesson 84
校 xiào · school; military field officer
10 strokes · radical 木 · first in 校园 — campus, lesson 83
息 xī · to end, to cease, to put a stop to; pause, breath, rest
10 strokes · radical 心 · first in 信息 — information, lesson 84
新 xīn · new, recent, fresh, modern
13 strokes · radical 斤 · first in 新闻 — news, lesson 84

见贤思齐与日新月异Emulating Excellence & Continual Daily Progress · lessons 85–88 · 2 characters

休 xiū · to rest; to stop
6 strokes · radical 亻 · first in 休假 — vacation, time off, lesson 85
也 yě · also, too
3 strokes · radical 乚 · first in 也许 — perhaps, maybe, lesson 88

见微知著与守正出新Insight from the Minute & Innovation with Integrity · lessons 89–92 · 2 characters

文 wén · culture, literature, writing
4 strokes · radical 文 · first in 英文 — English (written language), lesson 90
影 yǐng · shadow; image, reflection
15 strokes · radical 彡 · first in 影片 — film, movie, lesson 92

厚积薄发与大象无形Patient Mastery & Formless Greatness · lessons 93–96 · 1 characters

月 yuè · moon; month
4 strokes · radical 月 · first in 月份 — month, lesson 96

返璞归真与立己达人Return to Simplicity & Cultivating the Self · lessons 97–100 · 7 characters

这 zhè · this, these; such
7 strokes · radical 辶 · first in 这么 — so, this way, lesson 98
真 zhēn · real, actual, true, genuine
10 strokes · radical 目 · first in 真正 — genuine, true, lesson 97
早 zǎo · early; soon
6 strokes · radical 日 · first in 早餐 — breakfast, lesson 97
找 zhǎo · to search for, to look for, to find; change (as in money)
7 strokes · radical 扌 · first in 找出 — to find out, discover, lesson 98
怎 zěn · what? why? how?
9 strokes · radical 心 · first in 怎么办 — what to do, what's to be done, lesson 97
正 zhèng · upright, straight, correct in posture
5 strokes · radical 止 · first in 真正 — genuine, true, lesson 97
住 zhù · to reside, to live at, to dwell, to lodge; to stop
7 strokes · radical 亻 · first in 站住 — to halt, stand firm, lesson 97

守正出新与同舟共济Uprightness, Innovation & Mutual Devotion · lessons 101–104 · 3 characters

走 zǒu · to walk, to run, to flee
7 strokes · radical 走 · first in 走过 — to walk past, pass through, lesson 103
视 shì · to look at, to inspect, to observe, to regard
8 strokes · radical 见 · first in 重视 — to value, prioritize, lesson 102
房 fáng · building, house, room
8 strokes · radical 户 · first in 住房 — housing, dwelling, lesson 101

登峰造极与圆满归根Peak Attainment & Fruitful Completion · lessons 105–106 · 1 characters

做 zuò · to work, to make; to act
11 strokes · radical 亻 · first in 做到 — to accomplish, achieve, lesson 106

校园成长与学习探索Campus Growth & Learning Adventures · lessons 111–114 · 2 characters

书 shū · book, letter, document; writing
4 strokes · radical 丨 · first in 书架 — a bookshelf, lesson 111
试 shì · to try, to experiment; exam, test
8 strokes · radical 讠 · first in 试题 — an exam question, lesson 111

壮丽自然与旅行见闻Magnificent Nature & Travel Exploration · lessons 115–118 · 1 characters

和 hé · huo · harmony, peace; calm, peaceful
8 strokes · radical 口 · first in 暖和 — pleasantly warm, lesson 116

居家生活与美味日常Home Living & Culinary Delights · lessons 119–122 · 3 characters

茶 chá · tea; tea leaves
9 strokes · radical 艹 · first in 红茶 — black tea, lesson 119
包 bāo · wrap, pack, bundle; package
5 strokes · radical 勹 · first in 皮包 — a leather bag, lesson 121
奶 nǎi · milk; breasts
5 strokes · radical 女 · first in 奶茶 — milk tea, lesson 119

人际沟通与情感态度Interpersonal Connections & Emotional Expressions · lessons 123–126 · 1 characters

系 xì · to link, connect closely
7 strokes · radical 糸 · first in 关系 — the connection linking two unrelated matters, lesson 125

艺术文体与创意休闲Arts, Culture, Sports & Recreation · lessons 131–134 · 2 characters

电 diàn · electricity; electric
5 strokes · radical 曰 · first in 电视剧 — a television drama series, lesson 132
歌 gē · ē · song, lyrics; to sing, to chant
14 strokes · radical 欠 · first in 歌手 — a professional stage singer, lesson 131

医疗健康与身心关怀Healthcare, Wellness & Body · lessons 135–138 · 3 characters

间 jiān · between, among; midpoint
7 strokes · radical 门 · first in 卫生间 — the washroom in a building, lesson 137
病 bìng · sickness, illness, disease
10 strokes · radical 疒 · first in 毛病 — minor ailments (small health issues), lesson 135
脑 nǎo · ǎo · brain
10 strokes · radical ⺼ · first in 头脑 — one's mind and thinking, lesson 136

贸易经济与市场金融Commerce, Economics, Finance & Trade · lessons 151–154 · 1 characters

钱 qián · money, currency, coins
10 strokes · radical 钅 · first in 价钱 — the asking price of goods, lesson 152

服饰穿着与生活器物Attire, Daily Wear & Household Objects · lessons 163–166 · 1 characters

玩 wán · to play with, to joke, to entertain
8 strokes · radical 王 · first in 玩具 — a toy, lesson 166

历史传说与文学叙事History, Legends & Literary Expression · lessons 167–170 · 1 characters

写 xiě · to write; to draw, to sketch
5 strokes · radical 冖 · first in 写作 — writing, to write, lesson 168

国际视野与外交盛会Global Relations, Diplomacy & World Gatherings · lessons 171–174 · 1 characters

唱 chàng · to sing, to chant, to call; ditty, song
11 strokes · radical 口 · first in 演唱会 — a concert, lesson 174

校园学术与青春求知Campus Academics, Teaching & Training · lessons 183–186 · 2 characters

元 yuán · first; dollar
4 strokes · radical 儿 · first in 单元 — a unit (of a textbook), lesson 183
了 le · liǎo · to finish, be able to (in verb complements)
2 strokes · radical 亅 · first in 除了 — apart from, except for, lesson 186

艺术殿堂与审美风华Artistic Splendor, Theatrical Performance & Cultural Aesthetics · lessons 199–202 · 1 characters

去 qù · to go away, to leave, to depart
5 strokes · radical 厶 · first in 看上去 — appear to be, lesson 202

乡村农业与田园风光Rural Agriculture, Countryside Life & Harvest Seasons · lessons 203–206 · 3 characters

忙 máng · busy, hurried, pressed for time
6 strokes · radical 忄 · first in 连忙 — hastily, lesson 205
百 bǎi · one hundred; numerous, many
6 strokes · radical 白 · first in 老百姓 — ordinary people, lesson 203
牛 niú · ox
4 strokes · radical 牛 · first in 牛 — ox, lesson 206

婚姻家庭与人生百态Family Bonds, Marital Life & Human Character · lessons 207–210 · 4 characters

女 nǚ · woman, girl; female
3 strokes · radical 女 · first in 女子 — woman, lesson 207
男 nán · man, boy; male
7 strokes · radical 田 · first in 男子 — man, lesson 207
没 méi · mò · not, none, gone; to bury
7 strokes · radical 氵 · first in 没用 — useless, lesson 208
吗 má · final interrogative particle
6 strokes · radical 口 · first in 干吗 — for what reason, lesson 210

领导决策与组织考核Leadership Strategy, Civic Governance & Administrative Evaluation · lessons 211–214 · 1 characters

先 xiān · first, former, previous
6 strokes · radical 儿 · first in 领先 — to be in the lead, lesson 211

历史纵横与名胜古迹Historical Chronicles, Dynasty Landmarks & Cultural Heritage · lessons 215–218 · 2 characters

火 huǒ · fire
4 strokes · radical 火 · first in 火 — fire, lesson 216
都 dū · dōu · all, each, entirely, whole; metropolis
10 strokes · radical 阝 · first in 首都 — the capital city, lesson 215

析理通幽与多音妙用Pragmatic Nuance, Contextual Measure & Polyphonic Senses · lessons 243–245 · 1 characters

米 mǐ · a metre (unit of length)
6 strokes · radical 米 · first in 米 — a metre (unit of length), lesson 244

亲情关怀与社区生活Family Warmth, Civic Care & Everyday Chores · lessons 246–249 · 1 characters

贵 guì · expensive, costly; valuable, precious
9 strokes · radical 贝 · first in 宝贵 — precious and valuable, lesson 246

经世致用与格物致知Practical Wisdom & Scientific Inquiry · lessons 254–257 · 2 characters

识 shí · knowledge, to know
7 strokes · radical 讠 · first in 常识 — common sense, general knowledge, lesson 254
吃 chī · to eat; to drink
6 strokes · radical 口 · first in 吃惊 — to be astonished, lesson 257

匠心营造与自然物候Artisanal Craftsmanship & Natural Rhythms · lessons 258–261 · 1 characters

穿 chuān · to drill, to pierce; to dress, to wear
9 strokes · radical 穴 · first in 穿上 — to put on, to slip into, lesson 258

市井百态与经世策应Civic Commerce, Everyday Chores & Community Life · lessons 262–265 · 1 characters

妈 mā · mother, mama
6 strokes · radical 女 · first in 大妈 — a friendly older woman, lesson 262

邻里温情与冬景市声Winter Rhythms, Urban Transit & Neighborly Harmony · lessons 270–273 · 2 characters

哥 gē · elder brother
10 strokes · radical 口 · first in 大哥 — elder brother, lesson 270
姐 jiě · elder sister; miss, young lady
8 strokes · radical 女 · first in 大姐 — eldest sister, lesson 272

现代工造与城市商埠Modern Engineering, Commerce & Urban Structure · lessons 282–285 · 2 characters

兴 xìng · to thrive, to prosper, to flourish
6 strokes · radical 八 · first in 感兴趣 — keenly interested in, lesson 284
买 mǎi · to buy, to purchase; to bribe, to persuade
6 strokes · radical 大 · first in 购买 — to purchase in bulk, lesson 282

海洋生态与四海远航Oceanic Ecology, Aviation & Winter Horizons · lessons 286–289 · 1 characters

冷 lěng · cold, cool; lonely
7 strokes · radical 冫 · first in 寒冷 — bitterly frigid weather, lesson 286

金石之策与盛典机遇Financial Strategy, Grand Ceremonies & Market Endeavors · lessons 290–293 · 1 characters

累 lěi · tired; to accumulate
11 strokes · radical 糸 · first in 积累 — to patiently accumulate capital, lesson 292

岁时纪事与笃行日新Seasonal Chronicles, Diligent Work & Physical Vitality · lessons 294–297 · 1 characters

几 jī · small table; how many
2 strokes · radical 几 · first in 几乎 — almost, lesson 295

经世学林与市井清音Academic Scholarship, Civic Transit & Family Order · lessons 298–301 · 1 characters

妹 mèi · younger sister
8 strokes · radical 女 · first in 姐妹 — sisters, lesson 300

镜里乾坤与天地广厦Reflections, Pastoral Havens & Broad Horizons · lessons 302–305 · 1 characters

吧 bā · emphatic final particle
7 strokes · radical 口 · first in 酒吧 — a bar / pub, lesson 303

铁龙驰骋与青史典章Continental Corridors, Legal Justice & Academic Laurels · lessons 310–313 · 2 characters

非 fēi · Africa (short for 非洲)
8 strokes · radical 非 · first in 非 — Africa (short for 非洲), lesson 310
两 liǎng · two, both, pair, couple; ounce
7 strokes · radical 一 · first in 两边 — both sides, lesson 311

霓裳艺韵与杏林深衷Fashion Aesthetics, Healing Fortitude & Academic Nurture · lessons 318–321 · 1 characters

哪 nǎ · which? where? how?
9 strokes · radical 口 · first in 哪怕 — even if, lesson 318

研精致思与盛夏清波Systemic Precision, Deep Learning & Summer Rhythms · lessons 350–353 · 3 characters

五 wǔ · five; surname
4 strokes · radical 二 · first in 五颜六色 — colorful, multicolored, lesson 352
六 liù · six
4 strokes · radical 八 · first in 五颜六色 — colorful, multicolored, lesson 352
喜 xǐ · to love; to enjoy, to be happy
12 strokes · radical 口 · first in 喜爱 — to love, to be fond of, lesson 351

研精励志与健步逐风Academic Strategy, Campus Craftsmanship & Sports Vigor · lessons 358–361 · 1 characters

弟 dì · young brother, junior
7 strokes · radical 弓 · first in 兄弟 — brothers, lesson 359

研精钩深与济世修身Deep Research, Medical Altruism & Scholarly Cultivation · lessons 362–365 · 1 characters

再 zài · again, twice, re-
6 strokes · radical 冂 · first in 一再 — again and again, repeatedly, lesson 364

智理格致与龙腾盛会Philosophical Wisdom, Linguistic Logic & Athletic Grandeur · lessons 370–373 · 1 characters

三 sān · three
3 strokes · radical 一 · first in 再三 — repeatedly, again and again, lesson 372

经纶大业与四海同春Statesmanship, Epochal Visions & Triumphant Confidence · lessons 382–385 · 1 characters

些 xiē · some, a few
8 strokes · radical 二 · first in 些 — some, a few, lesson 384

开拓革新与百业昌盛Enterprise Renewal & Vitality · lessons 398–401 · 1 characters

坐 zuò · seat; to sit
7 strokes · radical 土 · first in 乘坐 — to ride in, travel by, lesson 401

文心雅韵与躬行敏求Refined Arts & Resourceful Deeds · lessons 482–485 · 1 characters

桌 zhuō · table, stand, desk, counter
10 strokes · radical 木 · first in 书桌 — desk, lesson 485

安居乐业与厚积薄发Serene Industry & Striving Resilience · lessons 486–489 · 2 characters

四 sì · four
5 strokes · radical 囗 · first in 四周 — all around, surroundings, lesson 488
岁 suì · year; years old, age
6 strokes · radical 山 · first in 岁月 — years, time (passage of), lesson 489

温情相伴与厚德博雅Harmonious Living & Primeval Vistas · lessons 514–517 · 1 characters

雨 yǔ · rain
8 strokes · radical 雨 · first in 雨水 — rainwater, lesson 517

笃行和济与乾坤安澜Harmony, Core Vigor & Natural Resilience · lessons 590–593 · 1 characters

很 hěn · very, quite, much
9 strokes · radical 彳 · first in 很难说 — hard to say, uncertain, lesson 591

敏锐洞察与奋发图强Keen Perception & Diligent Enterprise · lessons 694–697 · 1 characters

我 wǒ · I, me, my; our, us
7 strokes · radical 戈 · first in 自我 — self, oneself, lesson 694

欢迎来思源茶馆Welcome to Siyuan Teahouse · lesson 1 · 1 characters

你 nǐ · you, second person pronoun
7 strokes · radical 亻 · first in 你 — you, lesson 1

数茶杯和桌子Counting Teacups & Tables · lesson 2 · 3 characters

七 qī · seven
2 strokes · radical 一 · first in 七 — seven, lesson 2
八 bā · eight; all around, all sides
2 strokes · radical 八 · first in 八 — eight, lesson 2
九 jiǔ · nine
2 strokes · radical 乙 · first in 九 — nine, lesson 2

远方来的新同学The New Student from Afar · lesson 3 · 2 characters

她 tā · she, her
6 strokes · radical 女 · first in 她 — she, lesson 3
谁 shéi · who? whom? whose? anyone?
10 strokes · radical 讠 · first in 谁 — who, lesson 3

早上去买菜Market Morning Run · lesson 4 · 1 characters

块 kuài · piece, lump, chunk; dollar
7 strokes · radical 土 · first in 块 — kuai (spoken unit of Chinese currency), lesson 4

赵阿姨的水果摊Fresh Fruit at Aunt Zhao’s Stall · lesson 5 · 1 characters

还 hái · also, besides; still, yet
7 strokes · radical 辶 · first in 还 — also, in addition, lesson 5

烧水喝茶Boiling Water & Tasting Tea · lesson 6 · 1 characters

喝 hē · to drink; to shout, to call out
12 strokes · radical 口 · first in 喝 — to drink, lesson 6

星期几与计划Days of the Week & Plans · lesson 9 · 1 characters

昨 zuó · yesterday; formerly, in the past
9 strokes · radical 日 · first in 昨天 — yesterday, lesson 9

几月几号与多大Dates, Months & Ages · lesson 10 · 1 characters

孩 hái · baby, child; children
9 strokes · radical 子 · first in 孩子 — child, lesson 10

院子里的家人照片Family Album at the Courtyard · lesson 11 · 1 characters

爸 bà · father, papa
8 strokes · radical 父 · first in 爸爸 — dad, father, lesson 11

书桌与写汉字Study Desk & Chinese Characters · lesson 12 · 1 characters

汉 Hàn · Chinese people; Chinese language
5 strokes · radical 氵 · first in 汉字 — Chinese character, lesson 12

谢谢与不客气Expressing Gratitude & Politeness · lesson 23 · 1 characters

您 nín · honorific for 'you'
11 strokes · radical 心 · first in 您 — you (respectful), lesson 23

见老邻居数椅子Meeting Neighbors & Counting Seats · lesson 26 · 1 characters

第 dì · sequence, number; grade, degree
11 strokes · radical ⺮ · first in 第 — (turns a number into an ordinal, e.g. "first"), lesson 26

早晨买菜与算账Morning Errands & Market Deals · lesson 27 · 1 characters

床 chuáng · bed, couch; framework, chassis
7 strokes · radical 广 · first in 起床 — to get up, to get out of bed, lesson 27

院里朋友常相聚Courtyard Friends & Daily Courtesies · lesson 28 · 1 characters

呢 ne · wool; interrogative or emphatic final particle
8 strokes · radical 口 · first in 呢 — (softens a question, sentence-final particle), lesson 28