This page maps a new HSK (Nov 2025 syllabus) level 1 task into something you can practice today. It is a learner guide — not an official past paper.
Can-do goals
- Understand simple talk about meals, likes, and common foods
- Ask/answer what you want to eat or drink
- Recognize common food names in simple menus
High-frequency phrases
| Chinese | Pinyin | English |
|---|---|---|
| 我喜欢吃饺子。 | Wǒ xǐhuan chī jiǎozi. | I like eating dumplings. |
| 我想喝水。 | Wǒ xiǎng hē shuǐ. | I'd like water. |
| 这个好吃吗？ | Zhège hǎochī ma? | Is this tasty? |
| 我们去吃饭吧。 | Wǒmen qù chīfàn ba. | Let's go eat. |
Practice plan (15–20 minutes)
- Build a 40-second monologue: breakfast/lunch/dinner likes
- Practice tones on 饺子 / 喜欢 / 吃饭
- Role-play ordering with a friend or AI later
Exam path links
- Levels & vocab: HSK guide
- Paper timing: Exam structure
- Speaking formats: HSK speaking test
- Unofficial placement: HSK level test
- More scenes: Learn Chinese hub
Train out loud. The new HSK path rewards people who can actually do the task — not only recognize the words.