Chinese vocabulary — Literature topic
114 words · HSK 2, 3, 4, 5 and 7
A roundup of 114 Chinese vocabulary words for the Literature topic across HSK 2, 3, 4, 5 and 7, grouped by meaning and with pinyin and English meanings. Learning Literature vocabulary in context helps you remember it longer and use it right away in conversation. Tap Study flashcards to review, or browse more Chinese vocabulary by topic and the HSK 1-9 pathway.
Literature vocabulary HSK 2(2 words)
HSK 2 pathwaywriter; author
novel
Literature vocabulary HSK 3(4 words)
HSK 3 pathwaylegend; folklore
literature
article; essay
reader
Literature vocabulary HSK 4(4 words)
HSK 4 pathwayto depict, to portray
fruit; outcome
myth, mythology
poem, poetry
Literature vocabulary HSK 5(5 words)
HSK 5 pathwayplot
to snatch, to grab, to rob
time, times past
poetry
symbol
Literature vocabulary HSK 7(99 words)
HSK 7 pathwaylegend
biography, life story
arrogant; conceited
portrayal, true reflection
cold-blooded and ruthless; utterly heartless
to come out of the mountains; to leave the mountains (literal)
to originate from, to come from
and yet; but
to sketch, to outline
cloth bundle; wrapped package
a vast army; an immense, powerful force
praiseworthy and moving
classic work, masterpiece
to enlighten, to instruct in the basics, initial education
to shout, to yell, to cry out
to whimper, to sob (a suppressed, choked-back crying)
to call, to call out; a call
To summon wind and rain, to wield enormous power (usually figurative).
to beg; to implore
joy, anger, sorrow, and happiness
Learn Chinese vocabulary — Literature topic
The Literature topic set gathers 114 common Chinese words across HSK 2, 3, 4, 5 and 7. Instead of learning by scattered alphabetical lists, you learn whole word clusters in the Literature context — which helps learners associate them more easily and remember them longer.
Every word has clear pinyin and English meanings. Read each word aloud, build example sentences, then review with flashcards so your Literature vocabulary enters long-term memory. Once you're comfortable with this topic, browse more Chinese vocabulary topics to expand your vocabulary alongside the HSK pathway.