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Understanding the Differences Between HSK, YCT, and GCSE Chinese Exams
Three of the most commonly taken exams are the HSK (Hànyǔ Shuǐpíng Kǎoshì), YCT (Youth Chinese Test), and GCSE Chinese (administered primarily in the UK).
Below is a detailed comparison to help students, parents, and educators understand the structure and purpose of each exam.
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Why Adults Should Learn Mandarin.
The pursuit of knowledge has always been a catalyst for cognitive development, and when it comes to languages, Mandarin Chinese stands...
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All about the YCT
The Youth Chinese Test (YCT) is an internationally recognized standardized test of Chinese proficiency for children, primarily aimed at...
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Introduction to The HSK
Although I have been studying Mandarin since 2006 and lived and worked in China from 2008 until 2013, I didn't meet anyone who had...
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What Is The HSK & Why You Should Take It
What Is The HSK? The HSK, officially short for Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (汉语水平考试), is an internationalized standard test for non-native...
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Nov 23, 2021
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