Reading and Writing Chinese Traditional Character Edition
Language: English
Published by Tuttle Publishing, 2016
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This is a compete and easy to use guide for reading and writing traditional Chinese characters. Reading and Writing Chinese has been the leading text for foreign students and teachers of the Chinese writing system since it was first published.
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- Title
- Reading and Writing Chinese Traditional Character Edition
- Author
- William Mcnaughton
- Publisher
- Tuttle Publishing
- Publication year
- 2016
- Condition
- Fair
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0804847150
- ISBN 13
- 9780804847155
Reading and Writing Chinese is a widely used reference for students and teachers of the Chinese writing system. This revised edition updates and expands the original work, incorporating classroom experience to provide a clear and structured introduction to written Chinese.
Over 1,100 vocabulary items have been added, bringing the total to approximately 4,500. The book provides systematic coverage of over 1,000 core characters, supporting both reading and writing development through consistent practice and explanation.
Each character includes pronunciation in Hanyu Pinyin, definition, and derivation, along with example usage. Memorization tips and notes on similar or easily confused characters are included throughout, helping clarify key aspects of the writing system.
Key features include:
- Over 1,000 core characters and approximately 4,500 vocabulary items
- Expanded coverage with more than 1,100 additional entries
- Hanyu Pinyin pronunciations for all entries
- Character derivation and usage notes
- Stroke-order guidance and writing support
- Memorization tips and "look-alike" character notes
- Coverage of both traditional and simplified forms
- Radical and structural organization of characters
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