Research on Chinese Abbreviations -- Abbreviation: Resymbolization of Linguistic Symbols (Series of Studies on the History of Chinese Language and Classical Chinese Literature Studies)

Author: Yu Liming
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Publish Date: 2005-06-01
Features: For more than half a century, the phenomenon of abbreviation in Chinese has been a focal point for linguists. This book draws on the achievements of past and contemporary scholars while striving for innovation. Based on the variability of word form and meaning relationships, it argues that abbreviation is a widespread linguistic phenomenon in both ancient and modern times, more prevalent in spoken language than in written language, and highly pragmatic. Abbreviation is considered an individual variation in word form (with the premise of meaning preservation), where changes are based on formal features, and the roles of structure and meaning are expressed through these features. The book aims to explain the formation of abbreviation through formal features and to seek general rules for abbreviation. The content includes Preface, Definition of Abbreviation, Classification of Abbreviation, Factors of Abbreviation Occurrence, Rules of Abbreviation, and Application of Abbreviation.