This paper investigates the emergence and development of China English as a distinctive variant within the global English framework. Focusing on #lexical, #syntactical, and #discursive features, it highlights how #China #English bridges cultural divides between China and the West. The study examines the historical integration of #Chinese loanwords in English, explores the adaptation of English expressions in Chinese contexts, and showcases unique phrases reflecting China’s cultural heritage. It also assesses the current state and future prospects of China English in the context of China’s growing international influence.
AUTHOR/ARTICLE:
Han, J. and Chen,
N.T. (2024) The Evolution of Semantics in
China English. Open Access Library
Journal , 11: e12562.
[ Ссылка ]
KEYWORDS: China English, Linguistic Adaptation, Semantic Evolution, Language and Identity
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - China English
00:04 - Abstract
01:10 - 1. Introduction
04:40 - 2. Semantic Characteristics of China English
05:42 - 2.1. The Expansion of Meanings
09:45 - 2.2. The Restriction of Meanings
13:38 - 2.3. Connotational Shifts in Meaning
16:57 - 2.4. The Citation of Meanings
21:11 - 2.5. The Innovation of Meanings
23:52 - 3. The Inevitable Evolution of China English Semantics
27:08 - 3.1. Chinese Loanwords in English
30:30 - 3.2. Unique Linguistic Features of China English
34:25 - 3.3. Cultural Differences in Writing and Communication Styles
37:39 - 4. Current Trends and Development of China English
39:33 - 4.1. The Present Situation of China English
41:24 - 4.2. Developmental Trends in China English
44:31 - 5. Conclusions
COPYRIGHT: This work is licensed under the Creative
Commons Attribution International
License (CC BY 4.0).
[ Ссылка ]
Please Note: all Chinese characters used were not in the original article and therefore may not be accurate.
