The Chinese Lexicon: A Comprehensive Survey

by Yip Po-Ching

Book Overview

The Chinese Lexicon is a detailed study of the words and word combinations used in modern Chinese. Yip Po-Ching defines the general properties of a language's lexicon, or vocabulary, prior to a thorough discussion of the organizational features of the Chinese lexicon. Comparisons are made between Chinese and English, highlighting the similarities and differences between the two lexicons.

This fascinating work examines the relationships between...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415429544
• ISBN13: 9780415429542
• Release Date: September 2000
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.3" x 9.2"