Basic Chinese introduces the essentials of Chinese syntax. Each of thetwenty-five units deals with a particular grammatical point and provides associated exercises.
Features include:
- clear, accessible format
- many useful language examples
- jargon-free explanations of grammar
- ample drills and exercises
- full key to exercises.
All Chinese entries are presented in both pinyin romanisation and Chinese characters, and are accompanied, in most cases, by English translations to facilitate self-tuition in both spoken and written Chinese.
Basic Chinese is designed for complete beginners. Together with its sister volume, Intermediate Chinese, it forms a compendium of the essentials of Chinese syntax.
Combines clear grammar explanations and useful exercises in one book and is an ideal reference and practice tool for beginners in the language.
Features include:
- clear, accessible format
- many useful language examples
- jargon-free explanations of grammar
- ample drills and exercises
- full key to exercises.
All Chinese entries are presented in both pinyin romanisation and Chinese characters, and are accompanied, in most cases, by English translations to facilitate self-tuition in both spoken and written Chinese.
Basic Chinese is designed for complete beginners. Together with its sister volume, Intermediate Chinese, it forms a compendium of the essentials of Chinese syntax.
Combines clear grammar explanations and useful exercises in one book and is an ideal reference and practice tool for beginners in the language.