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Book Synopsis The Book of Chinese Proverbs by : Gerd De Ley
Download or read book The Book of Chinese Proverbs written by Gerd De Ley and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2019-12-31 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Book of Chinese Proverbs collects over 1000 of the most profound and illuminating proverbs--both ancient and modern--from China and its people. Chinese culture is one of the oldest in history and the amount of wisdom collected during that time is bigger than the Great Wall of China. From Confucius to Laozi to Sun Tzu, numerous Chinese philosophers and their teachings have influenced Chinese culture, but permeated in many different parts of the world. The Book of Chinese Proverbs features over 1000 of the greatest ones, organized to be accessible and informative for today's audience and giving more insights to China and its rich culture.
Book Synopsis Chinese Proverbs and Popular Sayings by : Qin Xue Herzberg
Download or read book Chinese Proverbs and Popular Sayings written by Qin Xue Herzberg and published by Stone Bridge Press. This book was released on 2012-05-08 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Chinese Proverbs and Popular Sayings is for everyday readers looking for pithy sayings, deeper understanding of the Chinese culture and a unique look at the Chinese language." - The Rapidian "Chinese Proverbs and Popular Sayings opens a diverting and useful window on Chinese language and culture." - Asian Review of Books This treasury of Chinese wisdom presents over five hundred proverbs while offering keys to culture and language. Here are both the familiar, earnest sayings of Confucius and Lao Zi ("The longest journey begins with a single step") and the homespun truths of every day ("Teachers open the door; you enter by yourself"). Designed both for inspirational browsing and for students of language and culture, the text is organized by subject (Learning, Patience, Money, Family, Food, etc.) and provides commentary plus Chinese characters and pinyin romanization for each entry. Includes an index. Qin Xue Herzberg and Larry Herzberg teach Chinese at Calvin College. They live in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Book Synopsis Learning 300 Chinese Proverbs by : Susan Zhi Chang
Download or read book Learning 300 Chinese Proverbs written by Susan Zhi Chang and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2011 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chinese proverbs are, in a sense, the DNA of Chinese culture and language. The meanings of many of these proverbs may not be obvious to Westerners. For example when Chinese say the proverb "Dog chases mouse," they mean "Mind your own business"-that is, dogs don't chase mice; it's not their job. In the process of truly making a connection with Chinese language and culture, a solid understanding of these proverbs goes a long way. Learning 300 Chinese Proverbs presents a unique book of Chinese proverbs that can be used as a tool for learning spoken and written Mandarin Chinese. This helpful, practical reference is complete with a section on grammar and offers an innovative approach to learning correct pronunciation, useful to both the beginner and the advanced student. Each proverb represents a new and unique lesson in Mandarin Chinese, using Simplified Chinese and the Pinyin transliteration system. Learning 300 Chinese Proverbs is so much more than a Chinese textbook; it also offers an overview of the Chinese civilization and language that goes back thousands of years.
Download or read book 葉公好龍 written by YongSheng Xuan and published by Shens Books. This book was released on 1999 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Five Chinese stories show there is much to learn from the animal kingdom.
Book Synopsis ABC Dictionary of Chinese Proverbs (Yanyu) by : John S. Rohsenow
Download or read book ABC Dictionary of Chinese Proverbs (Yanyu) written by John S. Rohsenow and published by University of Hawaii Press. This book was released on 2003-02-28 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Chinese-English dictionary of proverbs (yanyu) consists of approximately 4,000 Chinese proverbs alphabetically arranged by the first word(s) (ci) of the proverb according to the Hanyu Pinyin transcription and Chinese characters (standard simplified), followed by a literal (and when necessary also a figurative) English translation. Additional data such as brief usage notes, sources, parallel expressions, cross-references, and famous instances of use are provided where available. The proverbs are supplemented by an index of key words (both Chinese and English) found in all entries and of all topics addressed. The author has provided a scholarly introduction analyzing the definition, structure, usage, and history of these yanyu in traditional and contemporary China as well as a bibliography of collections and relevant scholarly studies of yanyu. This work, the first such scholarly collection to appear since the Reverend Scarborough’s 1926 collection, will be of use not only to sinologists in a wide variety of fields, including anthropology, literature, sociology, psychology, and history, but also to non-Chinese readers interested in Chinese culture or comparative ethnolinguistic and paremiological research.
Book Synopsis A Collection of Chinese Proverbs by : William Scarborough
Download or read book A Collection of Chinese Proverbs written by William Scarborough and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2022-10-27 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book Chinese Proverbs written by James Trapp and published by Amber Books Ltd. This book was released on 2011-12-23 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The sayings known as Cheng yu are used frequently in Chinese. Chinese Proverbs features 86 of the more than 5,000 Cheng yu, reproduced in a large format. Alongside each phrase is an accessible and inspiring explanation, its literal translation in English, and what the particular strokes symbolize.
Book Synopsis 500 Common Chinese Proverbs and Colloquial Expressions by : Liwei Jiao
Download or read book 500 Common Chinese Proverbs and Colloquial Expressions written by Liwei Jiao and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-06-11 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 500 Common Chinese Proverbs and Colloquial Expressions is a dictionary of key Chinese proverbs or suyu. Suyu are vivid and colourful expressions widely used in Chinese language. The smooth use of chengyu in Chinese writing and of suyu in spoken Chinese not only makes communication more effective, it is also an indicator of mastery of the language. This dictionary will provide an ideal resource for all intermediate to advanced learners of Chinese. Concise and practical, it draws upon a large corpus of authentic language data to present 500 of the most commonly used Chinese suyu. The suyu are listed and organised according to their frequency, enabling easy and convenient access for the reader. Each proverb listing: is given in both simplified and traditional characters offers an English translation, followed by English equivalents is followed by two examples, written in Chinese, Pinyin and English, plus explanations and usage notes. Examples are given in the form of dialogues reflecting typical situations, and helpful cultural annotations are provided throughout. A Pinyin index, a stroke index and a Chinese word index are presented at the back of the book and accompanying audio is also available for free download at www.routledge.com/9780415501491. Recorded by native speakers and covering the whole range of proverbs, expressions and example sentences featured in the book, this invaluable resource will help students to build up strong comprehension and communication skills. This dictionary is suitable both for class use and independent study and will be of keen interest to students and teachers of Chinese alike.
Book Synopsis Dictionary of 1000 Chinese Proverbs by : Marjorie Lin
Download or read book Dictionary of 1000 Chinese Proverbs written by Marjorie Lin and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chinese origins are listed alphabetically by key words. Written in Chinese Pinyin (phonetic transcription) and followed by the English equivalent.
Book Synopsis Confucius for Today by : Gerd de Ley
Download or read book Confucius for Today written by Gerd de Ley and published by Robert Hale. This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is better to light the candle than to curse the darkness.He who asks a question may be a fool for five minutes; he who asks no questions stays a fool for ever. Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.With suchwisdom and truthas to be eternally relevant, Chinese proverbs have found their ways through the centuries and intomanycultures. Coming face to face with the monumental wisdom of the legendary Master Kungbetter known by his Latinized name of Confuciusand others is a revealing and humbling experience. The Master's influence is to be found in the greater part of all proverbs that emanate from China. Confucius encouraged in his followers a careful study of the outside world, and a process of deep thought through which to consider and judge their observations. As Confucius said, "As one lamp serves to dispel a thousand years of darkness, so one flash of wisdom destroys ten thousand years of ignorance.""
Download or read book 中國成語 written by Ruthanne Lum McCunn and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2002-12 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents more than fifty Chinese proverbs in Chinese characters and English, along with color illustrations.
Book Synopsis Chinese Wisdom Journal by : Aldo Terminiello
Download or read book Chinese Wisdom Journal written by Aldo Terminiello and published by . This book was released on 2021-02-28 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A 200 pages journal with 100 Chinese proverbs with characters version and translation. A nice gift for people who love China (or from people who do!).
Book Synopsis A Collection of Chinese proverbs by : William Scarborough
Download or read book A Collection of Chinese proverbs written by William Scarborough and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2024-01-27 with total page 522 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reprint of the original, first published in 1875.
Book Synopsis A Collection of Chinese Proverbs by :
Download or read book A Collection of Chinese Proverbs written by and published by . This book was released on 1875 with total page 534 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis COLLECTION OF CHINESE PROVERBS by : WILLIAM. SCARBOROUGH
Download or read book COLLECTION OF CHINESE PROVERBS written by WILLIAM. SCARBOROUGH and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Common Chinese Proverbs by : Kathy Wu
Download or read book Common Chinese Proverbs written by Kathy Wu and published by eBook Partnership. This book was released on 2015-03-01 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains some of the proverbs commonly used in China. It is written in modern simplified Chinese language with Pinyin pronunciation. Each Chinese character or word (if appropriate) is grouped together with its translation and Pinyin to help a learner of the Chinese language master the language. From this text, the learner can also learn about Chinese culture, Chinese philosophy and Chinese way of thinking.
Book Synopsis 500 Common Chinese Proverbs and Colloquial Expressions by : Liwei Jiao
Download or read book 500 Common Chinese Proverbs and Colloquial Expressions written by Liwei Jiao and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-06-11 with total page 492 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 500 Common Chinese Proverbs and Colloquial Expressions is a dictionary of key Chinese proverbs or suyu. Suyu are vivid and colourful expressions widely used in Chinese language. The smooth use of chengyu in Chinese writing and of suyu in spoken Chinese not only makes communication more effective, it is also an indicator of mastery of the language. This dictionary will provide an ideal resource for all intermediate to advanced learners of Chinese. Concise and practical, it draws upon a large corpus of authentic language data to present 500 of the most commonly used Chinese suyu. The suyu are listed and organised according to their frequency, enabling easy and convenient access for the reader. Each proverb listing: is given in both simplified and traditional characters offers an English translation, followed by English equivalents is followed by two examples, written in Chinese, Pinyin and English, plus explanations and usage notes. Examples are given in the form of dialogues reflecting typical situations, and helpful cultural annotations are provided throughout. A Pinyin index, a stroke index and a Chinese word index are presented at the back of the book and accompanying audio is also available for free download at www.routledge.com/9780415501491. Recorded by native speakers and covering the whole range of proverbs, expressions and example sentences featured in the book, this invaluable resource will help students to build up strong comprehension and communication skills. This dictionary is suitable both for class use and independent study and will be of keen interest to students and teachers of Chinese alike.
