{"id":474,"date":"2024-12-15T08:38:09","date_gmt":"2024-12-15T08:38:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/themes.g5plus.net\/academia\/?post_type=product&p=474"},"modified":"2026-02-07T09:45:55","modified_gmt":"2026-02-07T09:45:55","slug":"chinese-language-beginner","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/upward.ge\/en\/course\/chinese\/chinese-language-beginner\/","title":{"rendered":"Elementary Chinese \u2013 Level 1-2 | HSK 1\/2"},"content":{"rendered":"

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HSK 1 is the perfect starting point for beginners who want to build a solid foundation in Mandarin Chinese. No prior knowledge is required\u2014students will begin from scratch, learning basic vocabulary, grammar structures, and everyday expressions.<\/p>\n

HSK 2 is designed for learners who have completed HSK 1 or already have basic knowledge of Mandarin. This course expands vocabulary and grammar, giving students more confidence in daily communication and cultural contexts.<\/p>\n

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Chinese Level 1<\/b><\/h2>\n
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  • Covers 150 essential words<\/b><\/span> and basic sentence patterns.<\/li>\n
  • Focus on <\/span>listening, speaking, reading, and writing<\/b> in simple contexts.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Practice with greetings, numbers, dates, time, shopping, family, and daily life.<\/li>\n
  • Develop the ability to understand and use simple Chinese phrases<\/b><\/span> in real situations.<\/li>\n
  • Prepares students for the official HSK 1 exam<\/b><\/span>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Chinese Level 2<\/b><\/h2>\n
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    • Covers 300 words in total<\/b><\/span> (building on HSK 1 vocabulary).<\/li>\n
    • Introduction of more complex sentence patterns and grammar.<\/li>\n
    • Topics include hobbies, travel, health, study, work, and simple opinions.<\/li>\n
    • Improves skills in <\/span>listening comprehension, reading short texts, and speaking in full sentences<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Prepares students for the official HSK 2 exam<\/b><\/span>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      • For HSK 1<\/b><\/span>: No prior knowledge is needed\u2014you\u2019ll start from scratch.<\/li>\n
      • For HSK 2<\/b><\/span>: Completion of HSK 1 is required..<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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        • In HSK 1<\/b><\/span>, you\u2019ll learn 150 essential words, basic grammar, and simple conversations for daily situations like greetings, shopping, and family.<\/li>\n
        • In HSK 2<\/b><\/span>, you\u2019ll expand to 300 words total, talk about hobbies, work, travel, and express simple opinions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          Each course typically takes 10\u201312 weeks<\/b><\/span>, depending on the schedule and learning pace.<\/p>\n

          [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Will these courses prepare me for the official HSK exam?” tab_id=”1756825168575-2f11e191-e5ff”][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

          Yes! Both courses are structured according to the official HSK exam requirements<\/b><\/span>, so you\u2019ll be ready to take the exam if you choose.<\/p>\n

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          We focus on interactive learning<\/b><\/span>: speaking practice, listening exercises, games, role-play, and cultural insights to make learning Chinese engaging and practical.<\/p>\n

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          Courses are taught by Maradi Gorjomeladze<\/b><\/span>, a qualified lecturer with professional experience teaching Mandarin Chinese.<\/p>\n

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          Students receive <\/span>digital study materials, practice exercises, and mock tests<\/b> aligned with HSK standards.<\/span><\/p>\n

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          After completing HSK 2, you can continue to HSK 3 and higher levels<\/b><\/span>, gradually building fluency and deepening your cultural understanding.<\/p>\n

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          Yes! From the first lessons, you\u2019ll practice practical expressions that you can use in real-life situations\u2014ordering food, introducing yourself, or asking simple questions.<\/p>\n

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          At UPWARD, we don\u2019t just teach words\u2014we help you develop skills<\/b><\/span> that make the language useful in your studies, career, and everyday life.<\/p>\n

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