Chinese Mandarin Vocabulary for HSK 1 Flashcards | 160+ Vocab Cards

Your First Step Toward Mandarin Mastery

The Verbacard™ HSK 1 Mandarin Flashcard Deck includes the complete official vocabulary list for Level 1 of the HSK (汉语水平考试) — China’s standardized test for Mandarin proficiency.
With over 160 flashcards covering the most essential Mandarin words, this set gives beginners a clear, structured path to start reading, speaking, and understanding Chinese.

Each card features a bold, simplified Chinese character on the front and provides on the reverse:
Pinyin pronunciation, English meaning, and an example usage, so you can learn characters in real context — not isolation.

What Is the HSK and Why It Matters

The HSK (Hànyǔ Shuǐpíng Kǎoshì) is China’s official test of Mandarin ability, recognized by universities, employers, and language programs worldwide.
Even if you never plan to take the exam, the HSK framework is one of the best-designed step-by-step learning systems for mastering Chinese.

Structured Learning Path: Each level builds logically on the last, starting with 150 core words in HSK 1.

Practical Vocabulary: The words reflect what native speakers actually use in daily conversation.

Clear Milestones: Learning within the HSK system gives you tangible progress goals — perfect for self-study motivation.

Universally Recognized: HSK alignment ensures your study follows a global standard used by teachers and institutions everywhere.

Why Start with HSK 1

HSK 1 is where every Mandarin learner should begin.
It focuses on the 150 most common words — greetings, numbers, pronouns, verbs, and basic nouns — providing the foundation for every future level of Chinese.

By mastering these, you’ll be able to:

Hold simple conversations with native speakers.

Read short texts, menus, and signs.

Build confidence and momentum for HSK 2 and beyond.

Why Flashcards Are a Proven Learning Tool

Flashcards make learning Chinese efficient and scientifically effective:

Active Recall: Strengthens memory through self-testing.

Spaced Repetition: Keeps learned words fresh in long-term memory.

Visual Learning: Reinforces recognition of characters and tones.

Verbacard decks are built for clarity and focus — no clutter, just what your brain needs to progress.

What’s Included

✅ 160 flashcards covering all official HSK 1 words

✅ Simplified Chinese characters + Pinyin + English translations

✅ Practical example sentences for context

✅ Durable design for daily use and travel

✅ Free digital audio resources for tone practice

(Verbacard™ is not affiliated with Hanban or the HSK test developers. Vocabulary alignment is based on the official HSK 1 list for accuracy and relevance.)

Built for Real Progress

Perfect for beginners: Whether studying for the test or learning casually.

Flexible study: Review anywhere — home, commute, or class.

Trusted globally: Used by students and educators in 30 + countries.

Start Your Mandarin Journey with Confidence

The HSK gives you a clear map of what to learn first — and Verbacard™ makes that journey simple, portable, and effective.