YIP PO CHING

En primer lugar, se ha tratado de ofrecer una descripción estructural de la lengua china, comenzando por el nombre y sus modificadores; pasando por el verbo y sus rasgos principales, incluyendo adverbios preverbales y complementos posverbales; siguiendo con explicaciones sobre la oracion, donde el sujeto y su predicacion verbal estan definidos por el uso pragmatico del orden de las palabras y las particulas de la oracion. Finalmente, se centra en los textos, en los cuales se encuentran abreviaciones y otras flexibilidades estructurales, dependiendo del contexto o cotexto.En segundo lugar, se han tenido en cuenta las necesidades funcionales. De ahi que, siempre que ha sido posible, se haya desarrollado el analisis en forma de unidades de significado, proporcionando un amplio vocabulario practico para ilustrar el uso de la lengua. En la mayoria de los casos, los ejemplos del libro estan seguidos de una traduccion literal y una traduccion coloquial.

This new edition of Chinese: An Essential Grammar is an up-to-date and concise reference guide to modern Chinese (Mandarin) grammar. Refreshingly jargon free, it presents an accessible description of the language, focusing on the real patterns of use today. This Grammar aims to serve as a reference source for the learner and user of Chinese, irrespective of level, setting out the complexities of the language in short, readable sections. It is ideal either for independent study or for students in schools, colleges, universities and adult classes of all types.

"Chinese: An Essential Grammar" is a clear and concise reference guide to modern Mandarin grammar. It presents a fresh and accessible description of the language, focusing on the real patterns of use in today's Chinese. The ideal reference source for the learner and user of Chinese, the grammar is suitable for either independent study or for students in schools. Setting out the complexities of Chinese in short, readable sections, its explanations are clear and free from jargon. The volume also features copious examples to illustrate language points; a detailed contents list and index for easy access to information; and two glossaries: one of grammatical terms and one of Chinese characters.

Intermediate Chinese is designed for learners who have some knowledge of the language. Each of the twenty-five units deals with a particular grammar point and provides ample drills and exercises and many useful usage examples. Features a clear, accessible format, jargon-free grammatical explanations and full answer key, and provides both pinyin romanization and Chinese characters, which in in most cases are accompanied by English translations to facilitate the comprehension of both written and spoken Chinese.

Written in a reference-and-practice format, Basic Chinese introduces beginners to the fundamental elements of the language. Comprehensively written, this book covers simple sentences and elementary grammatical categories. Basic Chinese is the first volume in a two volume set; learners may follow with Intermediate Chinese. With keys to the exercises and a glossary of lexical terms, this grammar and workbook is perfect for individual or classroom use.

Dr. Po-Ching, Don RimmingtonChinese: A Comprehensive Grammar is a complete reference guide to Chinese grammar. It presents a fresh and accessible description of the language, concentrating on the real patterns of use in modern Chinese. The Grammar is an essential reference source for the learner and user of Chinese, irrespective of level. It is ideal for use in schools, colleges, universities and adult classes of all types and will remain the standard reference work for years to come. The volume is organized to promote a thorough understanding of Chinese grammar. It offers a stimulating analysis of the complexities of the language, and provides full and clear explanations. Throughout, the emphasis is on Chinese as used by present-day native speakers. An extensive index and numbered paragraphs provide readers with easy access to the information they require. Features include: · thorough and comprehensive coverage of the modern language · use of script and romanisation throughout · detailed treatment of common grammatical structures and parts of speech · extensive and wide-ranging use of examples · particular attention to areas of confusion and difficulty

En primer lugar, se ha tratado de ofrecer una descripción estructural de la lengua china, comenzando por el nombre y sus modificadores; pasando por el verbo y sus rasgos principales, incluyendo adverbios preverbales y complementos posverbales; siguiendo con explicaciones sobre la oracion, donde el sujeto y su predicacion verbal estan definidos por el uso pragmatico del orden de las palabras y las particulas de la oracion. Finalmente, se centra en los textos, en los cuales se encuentran abreviaciones y otras flexibilidades estructurales, dependiendo del contexto o cotexto.En segundo lugar, se han tenido en cuenta las necesidades funcionales. De ahi que, siempre que ha sido posible, se haya desarrollado el analisis en forma de unidades de significado, proporcionando un amplio vocabulario practico para ilustrar el uso de la lengua. En la mayoria de los casos, los ejemplos del libro estan seguidos de una traduccion literal y una traduccion coloquial.