Modern Chinese function words

Author: He Xinbo
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Publish Date: 2005-08-01
Features: Chinese language and characters are divided into two major categories—real words and function words—based on grammatical function and lexical meaning. From a grammatical function perspective, real words can directly form phrases, serve as components of phrases or sentences, and can also carry intonation to form sentences and answer questions. From a lexical meaning perspective, real words represent the actual meaning of things. In modern Chinese, real words are divided into six categories: nouns, verbs, adjectives, numerals, measure words, and pronouns. From a grammatical function standpoint, function words are an important part of modern Chinese grammar. This book will guide you to carefully grasp the key principles of reading comprehension, starting from accurate word and sentence usage, to enhance your appreciation skills and further improve your writing level. Understanding certain properties, characteristics, functions, and usages of modern Chinese function words is undoubtedly beneficial.