Outline of Classical Chinese Grammar

Author: Edwin George Pulleyblank
Publisher: UBC Press
ISBN: 9780774805414
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 214

Book Description
While China has a long tradition of lexicography and of phonological studies, unlike Europe and Indian it has no tradition of descriptive or prescriptive grammar. Outline of Classical Chinese Grammar fills that gap and is the first comprehensive introduction to 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 books pays particular attention to the Mencius, the Lunyu, and, to a lesser extent, the Zuozhuan texts. Renowed for his work in Classical Chinese, Edwin Pulleyblank opens the book with a brief historical overview and a discussion of the relationship between the writing system and the phonology. An outline of the overall principles of word order and sentence structure follows. He then deals with the main sentence types: nominal predicates, verbal predicates, and numerical expressions, which constitute a special type of quasiverbal predication. The final section covers topics such as subordinate constituents of sentences, non-declarative sentence types, and complex sentences. Clear and well organized, Outline of Classical Chinese Grammar is an authoritative study and will be an invaluable resource tool for anyone involved in Chinese language studies.

Mandarin Chinese

Author: Charles N. Li
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 9780520066106
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 722

Book Description
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.

Elements Of Chinese Grammar

Author: Joshua Marshman
Publisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781016633475
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Modern Mandarin Chinese Grammar

Author: Claudia Ross
Publisher: Psychology Press
ISBN: 0415700094
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 423

Book Description
An innovative reference guide to Mandarin Chinese, this easy-to-use text combines traditional and function-based grammar in a single volume.

Aspects of Classical Chinese Syntax

Author: Christoph Harbsmeier
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Chinese language
Languages : en
Pages : 336

Book Description

Basic Patterns of Chinese Grammar

Author: Qin Xue Herzberg
Publisher: Stone Bridge Press
ISBN: 1933330899
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 130

Book Description
A handy classroom, test-prep, and study supplement to help you speak and write with confidence while avoiding common mistakes.

Outline of Classical Chinese Grammar

Author: Edwin G. Pulleyblank
Publisher: UBC Press
ISBN: 0774859857
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 209

Book Description
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.

Grammar Notes for Introductory Classical Chinese

Author: Alvin P. Cohen
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Chinese language
Languages : en
Pages : 94

Book Description

Elements of Chinese Grammar, with a Preliminary Dissertation on the Characters and the Coloquial Medium of the Chinese and an Appendix Containing the Ta-Hyoh of Confucius with a Translation

Author: Marshman (Joshua)
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 662

Book Description

Modern Mandarin Chinese Grammar

Author: Claudia Ross
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 1000998827
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 663

Book Description
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.