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Liu Yuehua,Pan Wenyu,Gu Wei

Practical Grammar of Modern Chinese I: Overview and Notional Words

Practical Grammar of Modern Chinese I: Overview and Notional Words

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Chinese grammar is characterized by simplicity, lack of inflections, and wide use of monosyllabic morphemes. This four-volume set is an influential work on Chinese grammar, particularly for second language learners, and has been revised twice since its first edition in 1983. It provides real-world examples and introduces the general grammar system of Chinese, including notional words. It is a handy reference for practitioners and scholars of teaching Chinese as a second language and students with a basic knowledge of Chinese.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 316 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd


Chinese grammar is renowned for its simplicity, lack of inflections, and extensive use of monosyllabic morphemes. As the demand for learning Chinese as a second language continues to surge, there is a pressing need for a comprehensive guide tailored specifically for second language learners. This four-volume set stands as one of the earliest and most influential works in Chinese grammar, with a dedicated focus on teaching and learning Chinese as a foreign language. Drawing upon extensive teaching expertise, the authors meticulously analyze a wide range of real-world examples to elucidate Chinese grammatical phenomena and rules, while also introducing the fundamental grammar system of Chinese. Furthermore, the authors demonstrate the use of notional words in modern Chinese grammar, encompassing nouns, pronouns, numerals, quantifiers, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs.

Since its first edition in 1983, this set has undergone two revisions and has maintained its status as a best-seller in the field. It serves as a valuable resource for practitioners and scholars of teaching Chinese as a second language, as well as students with a basic understanding of Chinese. The clear explanations, comprehensive coverage, and practical examples make it an indispensable tool for anyone seeking to enhance their proficiency in Chinese grammar.

Weight: 580g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367562212

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