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What we have added and changed on the site, newest first. Exam facts were last checked against CTI sources on 2026-10-20. If you find something that disagrees with a CTI notice, please email support@wordswing.com.

2026-10-20

Version 1.0: rebuilt for the new HSK (3.0)

  • Every level guide rewritten for the new HSK, which starts on 13 December 2026, with formats and timings from CTI’s official sample papers and sources listed on each page.
  • Full-length practice tests for HSK 1–6 in the new format, with recorded audio, timers, explanations, speaking sections from HSK 3 and a mistake list.
  • The complete 11,000-word 2025 syllabus by level, with learner meanings for HSK 1–4, audio for HSK 1–4 and CSV and Anki downloads.
  • Character lists for reading and handwriting at every level, with stroke-order animation.
  • 133 grammar points for HSK 1–6 with explanations, recorded examples, common mistakes and quizzes.
  • Graded stories for HSK 1–6 with audio, pinyin, English, word lists and questions.
  • New tools: vocabulary quiz, tone practice, writing practice, a text level checker, a study time calculator and a new level check.
  • Study plans for HSK 1–6 rewritten week by week for the new word lists and grammar.
  • Thin pages merged into fuller guides; old addresses redirect to the new pages.

2026-09-03

Mini mocks 1–4, vocab extras, plans, skill and reading guides

  • Unofficial mini mocks for HSK 1, 2, and 4, plus the existing HSK 3 set, all scored with the same item banks.
  • YCT vs HSK, BCT overview, HSK vs TOCFL, HSK vs Duolingo, and Anki vs integrated SRS.
  • HSK 3.0 speaking and translation explainers; CSV downloads on HSK 2.0 lists; Core 100 / 300 sprints.
  • Study plans for working professionals and university applicants, plus HSK 4 plateau and fail-pattern pages.
  • Skill guides (skimming, sentence order, picture questions, and more) and reading-method pages.

2026-09-02

HSK 6 list, 3.0 explainers, logistics, plans, HSKK, CEFR

  • HSK 2.0 vocabulary list tool for HSK 6, with the new-at-6 band and the cumulative sitting list.
  • Dedicated HSK 3.0 explainers: 2021 vs 2025, textbooks, Anki, handwriting, which-system, character counts, topics and tasks.
  • Logistics: fees (varies by center), admission ticket, retake, skip levels, university applications, recovery after a miss.
  • Study plans for HSK 2 (30 days) and HSK 5 (6 months), plus how long from HSK 3 to HSK 4.
  • HSK writing task types, an honest HSK vs CEFR page, and an HSKK oral exam hub.

2026-09-02

Vocab tools, logistics, HSK 3 mini mock, plans, and reading

  • HSK 2.0 vocabulary lists for levels 1–5, with search and word counts.
  • First-class logistics pages: register, pass scores, score validity, results, 2026 dates, paper vs internet, exam-day checklist.
  • Unofficial HSK 3 mini mock with scoring and next-step interpretation.
  • Study plans for HSK 3 (8 weeks) and HSK 4 (12 weeks).
  • Graded reading samples (HSK 2–3), graded-reader method, listening and reading-speed guides, vocab memorization method.

2026-08-18

Launch slice: hubs, placement, HSK 3.0 living guide

  • Site home, layout, sitemap, and analytics hooks.
  • HSK overview pillar, levels compared, hubs for 1–6 and 7–9.
  • HSK 3.0 living guide with a warning that syllabus date and test date can differ.
  • Unofficial 20-item placement diagnostic.
  • About / sourcing / version policy.

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