Course Code: CLC212

Synopsis

CLC212 sheds light on the basic theories and concepts of Chinese linguistics, including phonetics, lexicology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics thinking, etc. Through this course, students will have a general knowledge of linguistics, and through the acquired knowledge, they will deepen their understanding of the Chinese language and enhance their ability to examine and analyze language phenomena in society.
Level: 2
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: EVERY JULY

Topics

  • Introduction
  • The function of language
  • Language as a system of symbols
  • Tone and Phonology
  • Grammar
  • Semantics and pragmatics
  • Text and the written language
  • The evolution and differentiation of languages
  • Contact linguistics
  • Evolution of language systems
  • Conclusion

Learning Outcome

  • 说明中文语言学的基本理论和概念
  • 阐明语言与社会以及语言结构之间的关系
  • 检验汉字的性质及其与语言的关系
  • 分析常见语法现象
  • 描述语言的发展和演变
  • 运用所学知识理解社会中的语言现象
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