/ Chinese
10 current Chinese terms from the new HSK 3.0 2026
The new HSK 3.0 2026 includes very modern terms related to the internet, technology, online shopping and digital life.
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/ Japanese
Is basic Japanese verb conjugation simpler than it looks?
The short answer is yes – basic Japanese verb conjugation is much simpler than it looks at first glance.
/ Chinese
Words leaving HSK in 2026, but that you should still know
The new HSK 3.0 has restructured the vocabulary you need for exams, meaning some words from the old HSK 2.0 are no longer on the official lists. But watch out: just because a word won’t come up in the exam doesn't mean you shouldn't learn it.
/ Japanese
Hiragana and katakana: The origin and history of the Japanese syllabaries
Hiragana and katakana are two of the three writing systems used in Japanese, the third being kanji. Although they are now taught very early on in Japanese lessons, both originated more than a thousand years ago from Chinese characters.
/ Chinese
HSK2 3.0 2026: the easiest level in the new HSK?
Compared to HSK1, the new HSK2 3.0 2026 includes just 200 new words. Let’s explore why it might be the most accessible level in the new HSK.
/ Chinese
10 New HSK1 3.0 Words for 2026 You Should Learn
The new HSK1 3.0 includes more than 80 new terms compared with the old HSK levels.
/ Chinese
HSK2 3.0 Vocabulary 2026: official list, changes, and downloadable PDF
The PDF containing the new HSK2 3.0 vocabulary for 2026 is now ready to download!
/ Chinese
Learn Chinese from Scratch with HSK1: Step-by-Step Course by Chinesimple
Chinesimple’s Chinese course has landed! We’re super excited to announce that our complete HSK1 course is finally here! It’s designed so you can start from scratch and be guided step by step on your language learning journey.
/ Chinese
5 mistakes you should avoid in China
Today we’re going to cover the five mistakes you should avoid in China if you want to make a good impression.
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New HSK1 3.0 Textbook Review 2026: Official Book Explained
Has dicho Ahí va el post en inglés, te hace comenzar con una traducción al español?: Intro The new HSK1 3.0 book is out now! In this video, we’re going to do a deep dive into the improvements and changes made since the old version and how technology comes into play.
/ Chinese
Year of the Horse
2026 marks the beginning of the Year of the Fire Horse, starting on 17 February 2026, according to the lunar calendar.
/ Chinese
New HSK1 3.0 (2026): vocabulary changes and downloadable PDF
If you’re still preparing for the HSK1 as usual… you might want to take a beat. Because the HSK has changed… a lot. In 2026, HSK 3.0 officially lands, and the number of words, the grammar, and even the way you start learning to speak Chinese are no longer the same.