How long does it take to learn Chinese

Based on the experience of school students and research data, we share the average pace of learning. For convenience, we will rely on the HSK tests — Chinese language exams that are conducted to test the level of language proficiency and confirm qualifications.

HSK 1 — 3-4 months

We already know simple hieroglyphs, we know how to introduce ourselves, talk about ourselves and understand the interlocutor

HSK 2 — 6-9 months

We speak more complex phrases, build basic dialogues in Chinese, and speak up to 300 characters

HSK 3 — 12-18 months

We support all the main topics of conversation, share our thoughts in Chinese

HSK 4 — 24 months

Watch movies with subtitles and content in Chinese. We say whatever we want

HSK 5 — 36 months

We freely communicate with native speakers, watch films, read in Chinese

HSK 6 — 60 months

Close to fluency in the language

The presented learning rates are averaged, the results of a particular student can vary significantly in both directions