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Standard self-study pace with textbooks and apps.
Your path
With Aelu's adaptive scheduling and 44 drill types, learners typically reach their target 20% faster than self-study alone.
Estimates are based on published HSK hour guidelines and may vary by individual.
| Level | Words | Cumulative Hours | Ability |
|---|---|---|---|
| HSK 1 | 150 | 80 | Basic greetings, numbers, simple phrases |
| HSK 2 | 300 | 160 | Simple daily conversations |
| HSK 3 | 600 | 320 | Basic daily life and travel |
| HSK 4 | 1,200 | 480 | Discuss familiar topics fluently |
| HSK 5 | 2,500 | 720 | Read newspapers, watch films |
| HSK 6 | 5,000 | 960 | Express views fluently in speech and writing |
| HSK 7 | 7,500 | 1,400 | Use Chinese idiomatically in professional contexts |
| HSK 8 | 10,000 | 2,000 | Near-native reading and discussion |
| HSK 9 | 11,000 | 3,000 | Full professional and academic proficiency |
Hour estimates are approximate and assume focused study. Immersion, prior language experience, and study quality all affect actual timelines.
Aelu adapts to where you are and builds a path to where you want to be. 44 drill types. Graded reading. Honest metrics.