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'...exceptionally useful, accessible and easy-to-use grammar.' - Forum for Modern Language Studies
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Modern Mandarin Chinese Grammar is an innovative reference guide to Mandarin Chinese, combining traditional and function-based grammar in a single volume.
Divided into two sections closely linked by extensive cross-references, it covers:
- traditional grammatical categories such as phrase order, nouns, verbs and specifiers
- language functions and notions such as communication strategies, giving and seeking information, expressing apologies, regrets and sympathies.
With all grammar points and functions richly illustrated with examples, and a strong emphasis on contemporary usage, the main features of this Grammar include examples in simplified characters, traditional characters, and romanization (Pinyin) as well as an emphasis on areas of particular difficulty for learners of Mandarin Chinese.
This is the ideal reference grammar for learners of Mandarin Chinese at all levels, from elementary to advanced. No prior knowledge of grammatical terminology is assumed and a glossary of grammatical terms is provided. Featuring related exercises and activities, this Grammar is accompanied by the Modern Mandarin Chinese Grammar Workbook.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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Once you have a basic knowledge of Mandarin, this is an ideal reference book to understand chinese grammar. Our group has been using it for about three months and all consider it invaluable. It is highly readable as the authors have taken great effort to ensure the examples are easy to read, they are spaced out with not too many examples on each page. This results in a heavy (its only drawback) 400-page book, but in my opinion just about as useful as a dictionary, and unlike coursework books which you grow out of, anyone who buys this will use it as a reference book for years to come.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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I've looked at many books for learners of Chinese, and I have to say that I find the combination of this book and the corresponding workbook one of the best. It is extremely comprehensive- explaining each grammar point in detail with examples in traditional/simplified characters and pinyin, as well as an English translation. It is very easy to follow and the text is nicely laid out and very reader friendly. The fact that you have exercises ready to use in the workbook really helps to cement the grammar point. I would highly recommend this book- a fantastic reference book that should be a must for any learner!
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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If you are like me, not sure about your "le" "guo" or "ba" then you need this book! I am absolutely delighted with its clear presentation. Well worth the money!
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Mandarin grammar
As a beginner - an excellent reference book. Seems simple to follow, which is important, as it is important to acquire all possible help when learning a language.
Published 3 months ago by wightpeter
Great basic grammar
If you are a begginer this is the perfect book for you. If you aren`t this is a good reference book also.Clearly written and very useful.
Published 12 months ago by Postyagare
superb grammar, shame about the binding.
When you come across a grammar this good, you can't help thinking it's a shame that the publishers couldn't do a better job. Read more
Published 14 months ago by P. Allsop
Good, but could be better
This book is good for those who aren't learning Chinese for too long. Covers and explains all the basic grammar, with well chosen examples. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Elenka
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I have been learning Chinese for 20 years, since university and I now teach Chinese and work as an interpreter. This book is a real gem. Read more
Published on 8 Mar 2010 by Manda
AMAZING
Don't be put of buy the price, this book is AMAZING!
Good enough to teach yourself, clear and simple
Good enough to teach yourself, clear and simple
Published on 24 Jun 2009 by language lover
an excellent book
I've just started a 'survival Mandarin' course, aimed at teaching students to speak the rudiments of the language quickly. Read more
Published on 9 Mar 2009 by Happy user
Excellent grammar and more
This grammar fulfills its subtitle "A Practical Guide". It is actually two books combined, as it has both traditional view to chinese grammar (or any other language's) in part A,... Read more
Published on 25 Feb 2009 by Antti Kivelä
Modern Mandarin Chinese Grammar
I hadn't intended to buy a book on Chinese Grammar but some of the reviews were so good I couldn't resist giving it a try. Read more
Published on 4 Jan 2009 by yue se fu
One of the best Mandarin Grammar books I've ever seen
I am a linguist and I speak fluent Mandarin.
I used many books during my studies, but I believe this one is absolutely fantastic. Read more
I used many books during my studies, but I believe this one is absolutely fantastic. Read more
Published on 1 April 2008 by Ms. L. Di Gaeta
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