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I have a little foundation in ancient Chinese. Now I have started to write novels in the vernacular. I have a book called Ancient Chinese Dictionaryfrom the Commercial Press.

2024-09-07 08:45
I have a little foundation in ancient Chinese. Now I have started writing novels in the vernacular. I have a book called Ancient Chinese Dictionaryfrom the Commercial Press. The problem is that I can't find the words I'm looking for. Now, I bought another " Appreciation of Ancient Fictions " that hasn't been delivered yet. Don't you know that this book is used to look up novel vocabulary?
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Anonymous
2024-09-07 11:39

To write a vernacular novel, you need to master ancient Chinese. You can refer to the following suggestions: 1. Learn the grammar and vocabulary of modern Chinese and ancient Chinese to understand the differences in language and cultural background. You can refer to the Ancient Chinese dictionary to learn the basic grammar and vocabulary of ancient Chinese to understand some commonly used ancient Chinese vocabulary and expressions such as "the unity of heaven and man","the unity of knowledge and action", etc. 2. Study ancient literature and novels to understand their characteristics and styles, such as ancient novels such as "Dream of the Red Chamber","Water Margins", etc., and modern novels such as Lu Xun, Lao She, etc. 3. Pay attention to using modern Chinese to express your thoughts while maintaining the style of ancient literature and novels. In the process of writing, he could add some ancient elements such as poems and couplets to enhance the classical atmosphere of the novel. 4. Read and write more to improve your writing skills.

Is ancient Chinese the same as vernacular Chinese?

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2024-09-25 04:56

Ancient Chinese and vernacular Chinese were not exactly the same. Although they may have some similarities in some aspects, they have great differences in expressions, grammar structures, words, and so on. Ancient prose usually used more professional vocabulary and grammar structures, and the way of expression was more concise. It often used some figurative, symbolic, and other rhetorical devices to convey ideas. The vernacular paid more attention to the accuracy and understandability of expression, using more easy-to-understand vocabulary and grammar structures, and paying more attention to the logic and cohesiveness of expressing ideas. The difficulty of reading ancient and vernacular Chinese was also different. Reading ancient texts might require a certain foundation and reading ability in classical Chinese, while vernacular Chinese was relatively easier. Ancient Chinese and vernacular Chinese were very different in terms of language form and expression of ideas. It was necessary to choose the reading target according to different reading needs and purposes.

Does anyone know Chinese medicine? I have a handwritten ancient Chinese medicine book.

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2024-09-23 05:18

Hello, I'm a fan of online literature. I'm happy to help you. I can answer some questions about Chinese medicine for you. Traditional Chinese medicine referred to plants, animals, minerals, and other products collected or cultivated from nature as an important part of traditional Chinese medicine. The preparation methods of Chinese medicine included frying, stir-frying, stewing, boiling, soaking, etc. Among them, decoction was the most common preparation method. Chinese medicine was widely used to treat various diseases, health care, beauty, and so on. Traditional Chinese medicine had accumulated a lot of experience and knowledge in clinical practice. It played an important role in treating diseases and health care. However, it should be noted that the use of Chinese medicine needs to be cautious because Chinese medicine may cause adverse reactions and side effects. Therefore, it is necessary to consult a doctor or Chinese medicine practitioner before using it. Hand-copied ancient Chinese medicine books were a very valuable cultural heritage, which contained a lot of precious Chinese medicine knowledge and practical experience. However, it was important to note that the authenticity and accuracy of handwritten books might have some problems, so they needed to be treated with caution. If you have a specific handwritten ancient Chinese medicine book, you can provide more detailed information. I can help you further answer.

Translated from ancient Chinese into vernacular Chinese

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2024-09-20 14:27

What ancient language do you want to translate?

Who invented ancient Chinese into vernacular Chinese?

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2024-09-20 10:54

The person who invented ancient prose into vernacular was called Lu Xun.

Was vernacular Chinese an ancient language?

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2024-09-20 05:10

The vernacular and the ancient prose were different forms of language expression. The vernacular was the product of the development of modern Chinese, while the ancient prose was the product of the development of ancient Chinese. They have different grammar, vocabulary, and expressions, so they can't be simply said to be "yes" or "no" but have their own unique characteristics.

Was the vernacular Chinese "ancient" or "Mandarin"?

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2024-09-20 05:05

The vernacular language referred to modern Chinese, which had nothing to do with ancient Chinese and Mandarin. The vernacular was a literary form that rose in China at the beginning of the 20th century. It was based on modern Chinese and expressed thoughts and emotions through simplicity and summary. It was one of the dominant language forms of modern Chinese literature. Ancient Chinese referred to the characters, languages, and cultures that had been passed down from the Pre-Qin, Qin, Han, Wei, Jin, and Northern and Southern Dynasties. The main feature of ancient Chinese was the use of strict, standardized language forms with unique styles and rhythms. Mandarin was the official language of the People's Republic of China, which was the standard form of modern Chinese.

Did the ancient people write in the vernacular or the classical Chinese?

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2024-09-13 07:59

Ancient people usually wrote articles in the vernacular. The classical Chinese was a written language in ancient China, which was featured by the use of concise language and many ancient words and terms. In contrast, the vernacular language was easier to understand and accept by the people at that time. In ancient China, many famous literary works were written in vernacular, such as "Dream of the Red Chamber" and "Journey to the West". These works were very popular at that time because they could better convey the author's feelings and thoughts. Of course, there were also works written in classical Chinese in ancient times, such as the Analects of Confucius and Mencius. These works were also very famous at that time because their ideas and perspectives had a profound impact on later Chinese philosophy and culture.

Was vernacular Chinese an ancient dialect, and was classical Chinese equivalent to ancient Mandarin?

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2024-09-11 17:04

Vernacular Chinese is a form of modern Chinese. Compared with classical Chinese, vernacular Chinese is more popular and popular. It is the main expression of modern Chinese. The classical Chinese is a form of ancient Chinese, and its expression is very different from modern Mandarin. In Chinese history, classical Chinese was the main written language and was widely used in politics, culture, education and other fields. The expression of classical Chinese was more concise, and the vocabulary and grammar used were also very different from modern Chinese. In modern times, vernacular Chinese became the main written language, replacing classical Chinese as the main way of expression in modern Chinese.

Are there any novels in classical Chinese that are not in the ancient vernacular?

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2024-09-08 03:09

The classical Chinese novel is a more standard form of text compared to the ancient vernacular. Its characteristic is to use the vocabulary and grammar of the classical Chinese to express ideas while maintaining the narrative style and rhythm of the original text. In Chinese culture, classical Chinese novels have always been valued because they can better convey the author's thoughts and emotions, and at the same time, allow readers to better understand and appreciate literary works. At present, there are many classical Chinese novels such as Dream of the Red Chamber, Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Water Margins, etc. These works are all classics of Chinese classical literature with high artistic and cultural value. The publication and circulation of classical Chinese novels can be traced back to ancient times, and they are still widely read and studied.

Did the ancient Chinese speak in classical Chinese or in the vernacular?

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2024-09-20 11:12

The ancient Chinese used classical Chinese to speak in their daily lives. The classical Chinese was the written language of ancient China. It was concise, rigorous, and standardized. The vocabulary and grammar used were very different from modern Chinese. In ancient times, classical Chinese was the official language used to record official documents, books, poems, songs, and so on. It was also used for daily communication. Although the development of modern Chinese has replaced the status of classical Chinese, classical Chinese still plays an important role in Chinese culture and is widely used in literature, history, philosophy and other fields.

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