JIANGHAN ACADEMIC ›› 2008, Vol. 27 ›› Issue (3): 92-94.

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Harmonious Pragmatics Features of Chinese Respectful Terms

ZHOU Xiao-juan   

  1. Research Institute of Chinese Language and Literature,Jianghan University,Wuhan 430056,China
  • Received:2008-02-28 Online:2008-06-01 Published:2013-12-30

Abstract: Harmony is the foundation of polite language. In the practical application of “symmetrical and asymmetrical”“normal and flexible”, Chinese respectful terms fully demonstrate the harmonious spirit of the Chinese nation.

Key words: Chinese respectful terms, harmony, pragmatics

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