One PDF for New HSK 1–9 Grammar: 827 Grammar Points in One Place

For many Chinese learners, grammar is one of the most stressful parts of studying Mandarin.You may remember vocabulary, but when it comes to sentence structure, usage, and subtle differences between patterns, it is easy to feel unsure.

That is exactly why I organized this New HSK 1–9 Grammar Guide into one complete PDF.

It is designed to help learners understand grammar more clearly, review more systematically, and study with more confidence ✨

This PDF includes:

HSK 1: 70 grammar pointsHSK 2: 77 grammar pointsHSK 3: 103 grammar pointsHSK 4: 111 grammar pointsHSK 5: 115 grammar pointsHSK 6: 57 grammar pointsHSK 7–9: 294 grammar points

That is a total of 827 grammar points in one PDF, with 990pages of carefully organized content.

The material is compiled with reference to the official HSK syllabus, and some word comparison notes have also been added to make grammar learning more practical and easier to apply.

What makes this PDF useful?

This is not just a list of grammar points.

Each point is explained in a clear and learner-friendly way, with examples to help you understand how the structure really works in context.

Inside the PDF, you will find:

Clear English explanationsChinese examples with pinyin and English translationGrammar points organized by levelHelpful usage notesSelected word comparisons and additional explanations

So instead of memorizing grammar mechanically, you can actually learn how to use it.

A quick look inside

Here are a few examples from different levels:

HSK 1

Prepositions: Introducing Time or Place — 在 (zài)

在 (zài) is used to show where or when something happens.It can mean at, in, or on, depending on the context.When it appears before a verb, it can also show an ongoing action.

Examples:

我在学校。Wǒ zài xuéxiào.I am at school.

他在家。Tā zài jiā.He is at home.

我在吃饭。Wǒ zài chīfàn.I am eating.

HSK 2

Suffix: 面 (miàn)

面 (miàn) is often added to nouns or locational words to indicate a side, direction, or position.

Examples:

他在学校前面。Tā zài xuéxiào qiánmiàn.He is in front of the school.

商店在我家后面。Shāngdiàn zài wǒ jiā hòumiàn.The store is behind my home.

公园在学校左面。Gōngyuán zài xuéxiào zuǒmiàn.The park is on the left side of the school.

HSK 3

Directional Complement — 下去 / 下来

This pattern can show either direction or continuation of an action.

Examples:

请你写下去，不要停。Qǐng nǐ xiě xiàqù, bú yào tíng.Please keep writing. Don’t stop.

水从山上流下来了。Shuǐ cóng shān shàng liú xiàlái le.The water flowed down from the mountain.

老师继续讲下去，大家都听得很认真。Lǎoshī jìxù jiǎng xiàqù, dàjiā dōu tīng de hěn rènzhēn.The teacher continued speaking, and everyone listened carefully.

HSK 4

Modal Verb — 敢 (gǎn)

敢 (gǎn) expresses courage, boldness, or willingness to do something.

Common patterns include:

敢 + verb不敢 + verb敢不敢 + verb没敢 + verb

Examples:

我不敢去那个地方。Wǒ bù gǎn qù nàge dìfāng.I do not dare to go to that place.

你敢不敢自己解决这个问题？Nǐ gǎn bu gǎn zìjǐ jiějué zhège wèntí?Do you dare to solve this problem by yourself?

昨天我没敢问老师那个问题。Zuótiān wǒ méi gǎn wèn lǎoshī nàge wèntí.Yesterday I did not dare to ask the teacher that question.

HSK 5

白 (bái)

白 (bái) can mean in vain, for nothing, or to no effect.It is used when effort, time, or money is wasted.

Examples:

你这样做是白忙一场。Nǐ zhèyàng zuò shì bái máng yì chǎng.Doing it this way is working in vain.

钱白花了，东西也没买到。Qián bái huā le, dōngxi yě méi mǎi dào.The money was wasted, and nothing was bought.

他白等了一个下午。Tā bái děng le yí ge xiàwǔ.He waited the whole afternoon for nothing.

HSK 6

Verbal Measure Word — 番 (fān)

番 (fān) is a verbal measure word often used to describe a complete, deliberate, or notable action.It sounds slightly formal and is common in both speaking and writing.

Examples:

我想再试一番。Wǒ xiǎng zài shì yì fān.I want to give it another try.

经过一番讨论，大家达成了一致。Jīngguò yì fān tǎolùn, dàjiā dáchéng le yízhì.After a round of discussion, everyone reached an agreement.

他对这个问题进行了一番深入分析。Tā duì zhège wèntí jìnxíng le yì fān shēnrù fēnxī.He carried out an in-depth analysis of this issue.

HSK 7–9

大体 (dàtǐ)

大体 means generally, roughly, or on the whole.It is often used to describe an overall understanding or general situation.

Examples:

计划已经大体完成。Jìhuà yǐjīng dàtǐ wánchéng.The plan is roughly completed.

他讲的内容我大体明白了。Tā jiǎng de nèiróng wǒ dàtǐ míngbái le.I generally understood what he said.

情况大体如此。Qíngkuàng dàtǐ rúcǐ.That is generally how the situation is.

Who is this PDF for?

This PDF is especially helpful for:

Students preparing for the New HSK 3.0Learners who want to review grammar from beginner to advanced in one placeTeachers who want a more systematic referenceSelf-learners who need clear explanations and practical examples

Whether you are still building your foundation or already moving into advanced Chinese, having everything organized in one file can make review much easier.

Simple, clear, and practical

A lot of students do not fail because grammar is impossible.They struggle because grammar is often explained in a way that feels too short, too abstract, or too confusing.

This PDF aims to solve that problem by making grammar:

clearermore systematiceasier to revieweasier to actually use

If Chinese grammar has ever made you feel nervous, I hope this guide helps you study with more confidence 🌱