Level 1 · Band A · CEFR A1
TOCFL Level 1 Test Guide & Vocabulary Practice
Practice connecting English meanings with all 347 entries in the official TOCFL Level 1 vocabulary section. Timed Traditional Chinese rounds build recognition, while completed boards show pinyin, translations, mistakes, and answer times.
- Playable entries
- 347
Playable TOCFL Level 1 Vocabulary List
This table contains all 347 entries from the official TOCFL Level 1 vocabulary section, with their Traditional Chinese form, pinyin reading, and ordered English translations.
|
#
|
Traditional Chinese
|
Pinyin
|
English translation
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 301 | 呀 | yā | ah (used to express surprise); creaking |
| 302 | 樣子 | yàngzi | appearance; manner; pattern; model |
| 303 | 眼鏡 | yǎnjìng | spectacles; eyeglasses |
| 304 | 顏色 | yánsè | color; countenance; appearance; facial expression; pigment; dyestuff |
| 305 | 要是 | yàoshì | [yàoshi] (coll.) if |
| 306 | 爺爺 | yéye | paternal grandfather; grandpa |
| 307 | 一半/一半兒 | yībàn/yībànr | half |
| 308 | 一會兒/一會 | yīhuǐr/yīhuǐ | a moment; a while; in a moment; now...now |
| 309 | 已經 | yǐjīng | already |
| 310 | 銀行 | yínháng | bank |
| 311 | 音樂 | yīnyuè | music |
| 312 | 以為 | yǐwéi | to think; to believe |
| 313 | 一下(子)/一下子兒 | yīxià(zi)/yīxiàzir | a bit; all at once; suddenly; a little; all of a sudden; in a short while |
| 314 | 醫院 | yīyuàn | hospital |
| 315 | 一直 | yīzhí | continuously; always; straight (in a straight line); all the way through |
| 316 | 有的 | yǒude | some (who are...); some (exist) |
| 317 | 郵局 | yóujú | post office |
| 318 | 有空/有空兒 | yǒukòng/yǒukòngr | to have time (to do sth); to have free time; to be available |
| 319 | 有時候/有時 | yǒushíhou/yǒushí | sometimes; now and then |
| 320 | 有用 | yǒuyòng | useful |
| 321 | 游泳 | yóuyǒng | to swim; swimming |
| 322 | 遠 | yuǎn | far; by far; distant; remote; much (lower etc) |
| 323 | 願意 | yuànyì | to wish; to want; ready; willing (to do sth) |
| 324 | 語言 | yǔyán | language |
| 325 | 在 | zài | (used before a verb to indicate an action in progress); to exist; to be alive; to be (located) at |
| 326 | 怎麼辦 | zěnmebàn | what's to be done |
| 327 | 長 | zhǎng | chief; head; elder; to grow; to develop; to increase; to enhance |
| 328 | 照片/相片/相片兒 | zhàopiàn/xiàngpiàn/xiàngpiànr | photograph; image |
| 329 | 照相 | zhàoxiàng | to take a photograph |
| 330 | 照相機/相機 | zhàoxiàngjī/xiàngjī | camera; at the opportune moment; as the circumstances allow |
| 331 | 這麼 | zhème | so much; this much; how much?; this way; like this |
| 332 | 支 | zhī | classifier for rods such as pens and guns, for army divisions and for songs or compositions; to support; to sustain; to erect; to raise; branch; division; to draw money |
| 333 | 隻 | zhī | classifier for birds and certain animals, one of a pair, some utensils, vessels etc |
| 334 | 種 | zhǒng | classifier for types, kinds, sorts; seed; species; kind; type |
| 335 | 重 | zhòng | heavy; serious; to attach importance to |
| 336 | 中間 | zhōngjiān | the middle; the inside; in the middle; within; between; among; during; in the meantime |
| 337 | 重要 | zhòngyào | important; significant; major |
| 338 | 轉 | zhuǎn | to turn; to change direction; to transfer; to forward (mail); (Internet) to share (sb else's content); [zhuàn] to revolve; to circle about; to walk about; classifier for revolutions (per minute etc): revs, rpm; classifier for repeated actions |
| 339 | 準備 | zhǔnbèi | to prepare; to intend; to be about to; preparation; reserve (fund) |
| 340 | 注意 | zhùyì | to take note of; to pay attention to |
| 341 | 字典 | zìdiǎn | Chinese character dictionary; dictionary |
| 342 | 總是 | zǒngshì | always |
| 343 | 租 | zū | to hire; to rent; to charter; to rent out; to lease out; land tax |
| 344 | 最後 | zuìhòu | final; last; ultimate; finally; in the end |
| 345 | 最近 | zuìjìn | soon; recently; nearest |
| 346 | 作業 | zuòyè | school assignment; homework; work; task; operation; to operate |
| 347 | 足球 | zúqiú | soccer; football; a soccer ball; a football |
How TOCFL Level 1 Practice Works
TOCFL Level 1 rounds focus on the official Level 1 section so you can strengthen Band A vocabulary without repeating the two Novice sections as correct answers.
Read the English meaning
An English prompt appears in the center, surrounded by possible Traditional Chinese answers.
Recognize the Level 1 word
Choose the matching written form quickly. Accurate streaks build your combo and can earn bonus time.
Review uncertain answers
After the game, inspect pinyin, translations, selections, and answer times without the timer running.
What Does TOCFL Level 1 Vocabulary Cover?
The official Level 1 vocabulary section contains 347 entries for basic communication about familiar people, home and study, routines, shopping and services, transport, leisure, health, descriptions, and immediate practical needs.
Use this tier after the Novice sections when you are ready to recognize a broader beginner vocabulary and work with simple communication across more everyday situations.
How Does Level 1 Fit the Official TOCFL Structure?
Official Level 1 is the first result in Band A and corresponds to CEFR A1. It follows the two Band Novice results, but keeps its official Level 1 name throughout RadicalRampage.
Official TOCFL Level 1 belongs to Band A and corresponds to CEFR A1. Use the official band and level names when selecting or registering for an examination. View the official TOCFL level guide.
TOCFL Level 1 (Band A) Test and Certificate Requirements
Level 1 is the first certificate in Band A and is aligned with CEFR A1. Exact timing depends on the test format described on the TOCFL hub.
Band and CEFR
Band A · Level 1 · CEFR A1.
Fixed-band threshold
83 combined, with at least 37 in listening and 38 in reading.
What it measures
Understanding and using simple familiar language for basic personal and everyday communication.
About This Practice Page
- Free vocabulary-recognition practice, not a complete or official exam simulator.
- The table and game use the official TOCFL Level 1 reference-list section.
- Pinyin is included for study support.
- You can play and review a completed game without an account; signing in saves completed games and personal bests.
TOCFL Level 1 Vocabulary Practice FAQ
Yes. This page uses the official Level 1 name and vocabulary section. Level 1 follows Novice 1 and Novice 2, belongs to Band A, and corresponds to CEFR A1.
The published vocabulary workbook contains exactly 347 entries in its Level 1 section. This page and the TOCFL Level 1 game include all 347.
Official TOCFL Level 1 is part of Band A and corresponds to CEFR A1. Vocabulary recognition helps with preparation, but overall proficiency also depends on listening, reading, grammar, and communication skills.
Practice TOCFL Novice 1 and Novice 2 first if basic greetings, numbers, routines, shopping, transport, and other immediate needs are not yet easy to recognize. Move to Level 1 when that beginner foundation feels reliable.
Ready to Practice TOCFL Level 1 Vocabulary?
Open the game with English, Traditional Chinese, TOCFL mode, and Level 1 already selected. You can still adjust the board modifiers before starting.