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Does Japanese people understand Chinese?

No, they are 2 different language families.


Which language family includes the Chinese language?

The Chinese language belongs to the Sino-Tibetan language family.


What is the study of Chinese language called?

Chinese linguistics or Chinese literature?


The Chiense language is a member of the Sino-Tibetan family of languages?

Yes, that is correct. Chinese is a member of the Sino-Tibetan language family, which is one of the largest language families in the world. It includes various languages spoken in East Asia, Southeast Asia, and parts of South Asia.


What difference between Chinese and mandarin?

Chinese is a broader term that refers to the entire language family, which includes various dialects such as Mandarin, Cantonese, and others. Mandarin, specifically, is the most widely spoken dialect of Chinese and is the official language of China and Taiwan.


How many languages are related to Japanese?

Zero. Japanese is not related to any other language. There is a common misconception that Japanese is related to Chinese, but this is untrue. Japanese has borrowed many words and some of the writing system from Chinese, but the two language families are completely unrelated.


What language uses Ohma as grandma?

If you meant "Oma" then the language is German.


What has the author Elionne L W Belden written?

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What does the Kwong Kow Chinese school have to offer it's student's?

The Kwong Kow Chinese school offer students Chinese language and culture education. They teach about history and culture of the Chinese heritage. They also help children of immigrant families to be more acquainted with American culture.


Is Vietnamese related to Chinese?

Yes, Vietnamese is related to Chinese, but they are distinct languages belonging to different language families. Vietnamese is part of the Austroasiatic language family, while Chinese belongs to the Sino-Tibetan family. However, due to historical interactions and cultural exchange, Vietnamese has borrowed a significant amount of vocabulary from Chinese, especially in terms of literary and formal language. Additionally, Vietnamese uses a modified Latin script, while Chinese uses logographic characters.


Is cantonese the same as Chinese?

Cantonese is a dialect of Chinese, but Chinese can refer to the broader language family which includes various dialects such as Mandarin, Cantonese, and others. So while Cantonese is a form of Chinese, not all Chinese languages are Cantonese.


What language does Ni hao Kai Lan teach?

Ni Hao, Kai-lan introduces its viewers to the Mandarin Chinese language, along with elements of Chinese culture and values, multiculturalism (through the diverse backgrounds of Kai-lan's friends), and intergenerational families (e.g., Kai-lan and her relationship with Ye Ye).