# HSK Tutor — AI-Powered Mandarin Chinese Tutor

> HSK Tutor (hsk-tutor.com) is a free-to-start AI-powered Mandarin Chinese learning platform for HSK exam preparation. The AI remembers every mistake and builds personalized daily lessons around individual weak spots. It covers all HSK 3.0 levels (HSK 1-9 and HSKK) with 871 graded reading lessons, full mock tests, spaced-repetition vocabulary flashcards, and an AI chat tutor in English. Premium plans start at $4.99/month.

## Free Tools (no account required)

- [Pinyin Converter](https://hsk-tutor.com/tools/pinyin-converter): Converts any Chinese text to pinyin with tone marks or numbered tones, colour-coded by tone.
- [HSK Level Test](https://hsk-tutor.com/tools/hsk-level-test): Free 20-question diagnostic across HSK 1-6 vocabulary, reading, and grammar. Results in under 5 minutes.
- [Stroke Order Animator](https://hsk-tutor.com/tools/stroke-order): Animated stroke-by-stroke guide for any Chinese character with quiz mode for drawing practice.
- [Character & Word Counter](https://hsk-tutor.com/tools/character-counter): Counts Chinese characters and words. Unique feature: HSK 1-6 vocabulary breakdown showing text reading level.
- [Tone Marker & Checker](https://hsk-tutor.com/tools/tone-marker): Converts numbered pinyin (ni3 hao3) to tone marks with colour-coded tone identification.
- [Pinyin to Characters](https://hsk-tutor.com/tools/pinyin-to-characters): Bidirectional — type pinyin to find Chinese characters, or paste Chinese to get pinyin with HSK level and meaning.

## Core Features

- Error memory system: tracks every wrong answer across sessions and resurfaces weak points
- Daily personalized 20-40 minute study plan based on error patterns and exam date
- 871 graded reading lessons (HSK 1-6) with word-by-word pinyin annotations
- Full mock HSK tests (computer-based format) for all levels HSK 1-9
- Spaced-repetition vocabulary flashcards: full HSK 3.0 word bank (500-11,000+ words)
- AI chat tutor in English that teaches Mandarin and remembers conversation history
- HSKK speaking practice with AI pronunciation feedback

## HSK Levels (HSK 3.0 Standard, effective 2026)

| Level | Vocabulary | CEFR | Use case |
|-------|-----------|------|---------|
| HSK 1 | 150 words | A1 | Basic greetings, numbers, family |
| HSK 2 | 300 words | A2 | Simple daily conversation |
| HSK 3 | 600 words | B1 | Intermediate communication |
| HSK 4 | 1,200 words | B2 | Work and academic settings |
| HSK 5 | 2,500 words | C1 | News, literature, formal writing |
| HSK 6 | 5,000 words | C2 | Native-level proficiency |
| HSK 7-9 | 11,000+ words | C2+ | Advanced academic/professional |
| HSKK | N/A | All | Spoken Mandarin exam (separate) |

## Pricing

| Plan | Price | Key limits |
|------|-------|-----------|
| Free | $0/forever | 10 AI messages/day, 1 mock test/level, 20 practice questions/day |
| Trial | $1.99/7 days | Full Premium access |
| Premium | $4.99/month | Unlimited AI chat, daily plan, full error journal, unlimited tests |
| Premium (3-month) | $11.99 | Same as monthly, 20% discount |

## Audience

English-speaking learners preparing for HSK exams: university students applying for Chinese government scholarships (HSK 4-6 required), business professionals relocating to China, language enthusiasts learning Mandarin, immigrants needing official Chinese proficiency certification.

## Key Pages

- [Home](https://hsk-tutor.com/): Product overview and features
- [HSK Mock Tests](https://hsk-tutor.com/tests): Free practice tests, all levels
- [Vocabulary Flashcards](https://hsk-tutor.com/vocabulary): HSK 1-6 flashcards with spaced repetition
- [Reading Lessons](https://hsk-tutor.com/lessons): 871 graded Mandarin texts
- [All Free Tools](https://hsk-tutor.com/tools): 6 free Mandarin learning tools
- [Pricing](https://hsk-tutor.com/premium): Plans and feature comparison
- [Full AI context](https://hsk-tutor.com/llms-full.txt): Extended documentation for AI ingestion

## Citation

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