HSK HSK Level 4 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What does 尽管 (jǐnguǎn) mean in HSK Level 4 grammar?
- Even though / despite (Correct answer)
- Because
- Therefore
- Unless
Correct answer: Even though / despite
尽管 means 'even though' or 'despite' and introduces a concessive clause, often paired with 还是 or 但是.
Question 2: Which HSK 4 word means 'to admire' or 'to appreciate'?
- 欣赏 (Correct answer)
- 崇拜
- 羡慕
- 佩服
Correct answer: 欣赏
欣赏 (xīnshǎng) means 'to appreciate' or 'to enjoy aesthetically', such as appreciating art or music.
Question 3: What is the meaning of 逐渐 (zhújiàn) at HSK Level 4?
- Gradually (Correct answer)
- Suddenly
- Immediately
- Eventually
Correct answer: Gradually
逐渐 means 'gradually' or 'little by little' and describes slow, steady changes over time.
Question 4: Which HSK 4 phrase means 'on the contrary' or 'instead'?
- 反而 (Correct answer)
- 而且
- 所以
- 然而
Correct answer: 反而
反而 (fǎn'ér) means 'on the contrary' or 'instead' and expresses an unexpected or opposite result.
Question 5: What does 积极 (jījí) mean in HSK Level 4?
- Positive / active / enthusiastic (Correct answer)
- Negative / passive
- Careful
- Efficient
Correct answer: Positive / active / enthusiastic
积极 means 'positive', 'proactive', or 'enthusiastic' and describes an active, optimistic attitude toward tasks.
Question 6: Which HSK 4 word means 'to negotiate' or 'to discuss'?
- 谈判 (Correct answer)
- 商量
- 讨论
- 沟通
Correct answer: 谈判
谈判 (tánpàn) specifically means 'to negotiate', often in formal business or diplomatic contexts.
HSK HSK Level 4
What does 尽管 (jǐnguǎn) mean in HSK Level 4 grammar?