Excerpt from A Tonic Dictionary of the Chinese Language in the Canton Dialect
Vocabulary of the Canton Dialect, 3 Parts. By R. Morrison. 1827. The Beginner's First Book in Chinese. (canton Vernacular). 1847.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive guide to learning the Canton dialect of Chinese. The author, recognizing the limitations of existing dictionaries, outlines the difficulties faced by foreign students attempting to master the complexities of Chinese pronunciation, especially regarding tones. The text dives deep into the nuances of the Canton dialect, analyzing the pronunciation of specific sounds and offering detailed explanations of the four tones. The book further delves into the intricate nature of Chinese characters, emphasizing the challenges of defining their diverse usages and meanings, which are often overlooked by traditional Chinese grammarians. The author meticulously explores the metaphorical and derivative senses of characters, urging readers to carefully collect and analyze these usages from reputable literary works. This exploration highlights the complexities of translating Chinese into English, particularly when dealing with the vast literary corpus and the evolving nature of language. The book's insights into the challenges of learning the Canton dialect serve as a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the unique complexities of this distinct branch of the Chinese language. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9780259482062_0
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