A Dictionary of Colloquial Idioms in the Mandarin Dialect
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ISBN10: 1161660593
ISBN13: 9781161660593
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 90
Weight: 1.11
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781161660593
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 90
Weight: 1.11
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
A Dictionary of Colloquial Idioms in the Mandarin Dialect is a comprehensive reference book that provides an extensive list of commonly used idioms in the Mandarin dialect. Written by Herbert A. Giles, a renowned sinologist and linguist, the book is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to improve their understanding of the Mandarin language and its colloquial expressions.The book is organized alphabetically, with each entry providing a detailed description of the idiom, its meaning, and usage in context. The author has also included examples of each idiom in use, making it easier for readers to understand how to use them in their own conversations.In addition to the idioms themselves, the book also includes a brief introduction to the Mandarin dialect, its history, and its unique characteristics. This provides readers with a deeper understanding of the language and its cultural context, making it easier to use the idioms in a way that is appropriate and effective.Overall, A Dictionary of Colloquial Idioms in the Mandarin Dialect is an essential resource for anyone looking to improve their Mandarin language skills, whether for personal or professional reasons. Its comprehensive coverage of commonly used idioms and clear explanations make it a valuable tool for students, teachers, and language learners alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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