A Reference Grammar of Chinese

by Chu-Ren Huang
A Reference Grammar of Chinese
Author: Chu-Ren Huang
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages:
Release: 2016-03-31
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 1316395251
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A Reference Grammar of Chinese is a comprehensive and up-to-date guide to the linguistic structure of Chinese, covering all of the important linguistic features of the language and incorporating insights gained from research in Chinese linguistics over the past thirty years. With contributions from twenty-two leading Chinese linguists, this authoritative guide uses large-scale corpora to provide authentic examples based on actual language use. The accompanying online example databases ensure that a wide range of exemplars are readily available and also allow for new usages to be updated. This design offers a new paradigm for a reference grammar where generalizations can be cross-checked with additional examples and also provide resources for both linguistic studies and language learning. Featuring bilingual term lists, this reference grammar helps readers to access relevant literature in both English and Chinese and is an invaluable reference for learners, teachers and researchers in Chinese linguistics and language processing.

Mandarin Chinese

by Charles N. Li
Mandarin Chinese
Author: Charles N. Li
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Total Pages: 722
Release: 1989-04-20
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 9780520066106
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This reference grammar provides, for the first time, a description of the grammar of Mandarin Chinese, the official spoken language of China and Taiwan, in functional terms, focusing on the role and meanings of word-level and sentence-level structures in actual conversations.

Modern Mandarin Chinese Grammar

by Claudia Ross
Modern Mandarin Chinese Grammar
Author: Claudia Ross
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 663
Release: 2024-01-24
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 1000998827
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Modern Mandarin Chinese Grammar: A Practical Guide, third edition, is an innovative reference guide to Mandarin Chinese, combining traditional and function-based grammar in a single volume. The Grammar is divided into two parts. Part A covers traditional grammar points such as phrase order, and the structure of noun phrases and verb phrases. Part B is carefully organized around language functions and situations such as: • Asking questions • Communication strategies • Making comparisons • Giving orders and making requests • Expressing apologies, regrets, and sympathy The two parts of the Grammar are closely linked by extensive cross-references, providing a grammatical and functional perspective on many patterns. The Grammar is coordinated with the Workbook, which provides grammar-focused and situation-focused exercises to facilitate practice and reinforce language use. All grammar points and functions are richly illustrated with examples presented in simplified and traditional characters and Pinyin romanization, with a strong emphasis on contemporary usage. This third edition includes new sections on character structure, social media, speaker perspective, and more, as well as updated illustrative sentences and an expanded index. Modern Mandarin Chinese Grammar is ideal for all learners of Mandarin Chinese, from beginner to intermediate and advanced students.

Outline of Classical Chinese Grammar

by Edwin G. Pulleyblank
Outline of Classical Chinese Grammar
Author: Edwin G. Pulleyblank
Publisher: UBC Press
Total Pages: 209
Release: 2010-10-01
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 0774859857
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Outline of Classical Chinese Grammar is a comprehensive introduction to the syntactical analysis of classical Chinese. Focusing on the language of the high classical period, which ranges from the time of Confucius to the unification of the empire by Qin in 221, the book pays particular attention to the Mencius, the L�nyu, and, to a lesser extent, the Zu�zhu�n texts. Outline of Classical Chinese Grammar starts with a brief historical overview and a discussion of the relation between the writing system and the phonology. This is followed by an outline of overall principles of word order and sentence structure. The next sections deal with the main sentence types � nominal predicates, verbal predicates, and numberical expressions, which constitute a special type of quasiverbal predication. The final sections cover such topics as subordinate constitutents of sentences, nondeclarative sentence types, and complex sentences.

Modern Mandarin Chinese Grammar Workbook

by Claudia Ross
Modern Mandarin Chinese Grammar Workbook
Author: Claudia Ross
Publisher: Psychology Press
Total Pages: 281
Release: 2006
Genre: FOREIGN LANGUAGE STUDY
ISBN: 0415700116
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Modern Mandarin Chinese Grammar Workbook is a book of exercises and language tasks for all learners of Mandarin Chinese. Divided into two sections, the Workbook initially provides exercises based on essential grammatical structures, and moves on to practise everyday functions such as making introductions, apologizing and expressing needs. With a comprehensive answer key at the back to enable students to check on their progress, main features include: exercises graded according to level of difficulty cross-referencing to the related Modern Mandarin Chinese Grammar topical exercises that develop students' vocabulary base. Modern Mandarin Chinese Grammar Workbook is ideal for all learners of Mandarin Chinese, from beginner to intermediate and advanced students. It can be used both independently and alongside the Modern Mandarin Chinese Grammar.

A Reference Grammar of Japanese

by Samuel Elmo Martin
A Reference Grammar of Japanese
Author: Samuel Elmo Martin
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
Total Pages: 1286
Release: 2004-01-01
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 9780824828189
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This title explains the use of Japanese words such as wa, ga and mo looking at the rules and meanings of words in their literary forms.

English Grammar for Students of Chinese

by Matthew B. Christensen
English Grammar for Students of Chinese
Author: Matthew B. Christensen
Publisher: The Olivia and Hill Press
Total Pages: 121
Release: 2011
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 0934034397
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Study guide for students of Chinese. Explains grammatical terms in Chinese and shows how they relate to English grammar.

Chinese Grammar Wiki Book

by John Pasden
Chinese Grammar Wiki Book
Author: John Pasden
Publisher:
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2018-03-08
Genre: Chinese language
ISBN: 9781941875384
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These are the basic 26 grammar points a beginner needs to master in order to start using and comprehending Mandarin Chinese. The AllSet Learning Grammar Wiki BOOK series brings to ebook format everything that made the online wiki the internet's #1 reference for Mandarin Chinese grammar: - Beginner's Guide introduction provided as a starting point - Each of 26 grammar points has been carefully selected for beginners - Each grammar point is explained in plain language, dropping technical grammatical terms whenever possible - At least 10 clear, useful example sentences for each grammar point, accompanied with pinyin and English translations - Common mistakes with corrections provided where relevant - Related grammar points are all interlinked, allowing learners to form connections between similar grammar points - The book's content was produced by the AllSet Learning staff in Shanghai, representing dozens of contributors (both native speakers of Chinese and leaners of Chinese) - Foreword by linguist Dr. David Moser, author of the well-known "Why Chinese is So Damn Hard" - All content edited by John Pasden, seasoned expert in Chinese learning The 26 grammar points contained in this book are also contained in the longer "Elementary" book; this book is intended as a shorter introduction for beginners who are just looking for a taste in the Chinese Grammar Wiki's friendly format.