Using Chinese

Yvonne Li Walls, Jan W. Walls

ISBN 10: 0521785650 / ISBN 13: 9780521785655

Verlag: Cambridge University Press, GB, 2009

Beschreibung

This book is a guide to Chinese usage for students who have already acquired the basics of the language and wish to extend their knowledge. Unlike conventional grammars, it addresses many aspects of Chinese language usage, such as letter writing, idioms, proverbs, and riddles. It also provides new and recent words, including internet vocabulary, which enables students to understand and properly use the most up-to-date expressions alongside everyday language. Useful sections on common social interactions are included, along with an invaluable guide to the finer nuances of body language. Clear, readable, and easy to consult, this is an essential reference for learners seeking access to one of the world's most important languages.

Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LU-9780521785655

Bibliografische Details

• Titel: Using Chinese
• Verlag: Cambridge University Press, GB
• Erscheinungsjahr: 2009
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN-10: 0521785650
• ISBN-13: 9780521785655
• Einband: Paperback
• Zustand: New
• Gewicht: 560 Gramm

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Inhaltsangabe

This 2009 book is a guide to Chinese usage for students who have already acquired the basics of the language and wish to extend their knowledge. Clear, readable, and easy to consult, it is an essential reference for learners seeking access to one of the world's most important languages.

Über die Autorinnen und Autoren

Yvonne Li Walls is Director of the Canadian Institute of Chinese Art, and an editor and translator at the North American Fine Arts Publishing House in Vancouver.

Jan W. Walls is Professor Emeritus of Humanities, Simon Fraser University.