Complete list of 300 characters with stroke order, meanings, and writing practice.
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HSK 1 is the entry level of the Chinese Proficiency Test (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi). It covers the most fundamental characters needed for basic greetings, numbers, and everyday expressions.
The 300 characters on this page are officially defined by Hanban (Confucius Institute Headquarters) as the required vocabulary for HSK 1. Mastering their stroke order is essential for both the written exam and real-world handwriting.
Quick facts: 300 characters · 150 words cumulative vocabulary · beginner level · Standard stroke order follows the "top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside" rule.
Hanzi Writer shows animated stroke order for every HSK 1 character and gives instant feedback when you write incorrectly.
✨ Animated stroke order · Real-time feedback · HSK-graded courses · Free to start