One of the most comprehensive experiments in the Latinization of Chinese characters

Mondo Culture Updated on 2024-02-21

On the left in the thirties of the last centuryIntellectualsδΈ­, Chinese charactersLatinizationIt has become a strong trend. One of the most successful and impactful programs is ".LatinizationNew Text". This proposal attracted widespread attention and discussion at the time, and had a profound impact on the future development of Chinese characters. This article will dive in**LatinizationThe principles, promotion process, and influence of the new script lead readers to understand the historical background and evolution of this Chinese character reform.

In 1929, by the CommunistsQu QiubaiModerator, in conjunction with the USSR Academy of Sciences Kolokolov and others, presented the title ".LatinizationNew Characters" as the core of the Chinese character reform plan. This scheme aims to simplify the traditional Chinese characters and not label the tones. Initially, this new script was in the USSRFar EastIt was first used among Chinese workers in the region, and then gradually spread to all parts of the country. In the literacy campaign in northern Shaanxi, revolutionIntellectualsThe new script was actively promoted until 1941, when the Shaanxi-Gansu-Ningbo Border Region** officially promulgated it as a legal script, and its status was on a par with traditional Chinese characters.

LatinizationThe promotion of new characters is not achieved overnight, but through continuous efforts and exploration. In order to better popularize the new script to the people, the revolutionIntellectualsWe have published a large number of popular science books so that people can grasp the application skills of the new text more quickly. Even if beginners inevitably make mistakes in the writing process, butLu XunIn ".And Jieting essaysThe new text was eloquently talked about, and positive comments and affirmations were given. Needless to say,LatinizationAt that time, the new script was regarded as an indispensable part of the revolutionary processCultureDevelopment has made a positive contribution.

LatinizationThe "New Script" scheme has a unique feature and is able to spell 15 typesChinese dialectaccents in multiple languages. Not only has it adapted to the differenceDialectsFlexibility,LatinizationThe new text also incorporates the thenHanyu PinyinThe system makes it easier to write and pronounce words. with the later onesHanyu Pinyincomparatively,LatinizationThere are differences in several aspects of the new script: first, the spelling of the sounds, and the rules for distinguishing sharp tones; Second, the labeling methods of vowels such as empty rhyme and vowels in words are different; The third is the way of expressing the toneLatinizationThe new text has removed the tone markers and is more concise.

In addition to applying to the "northern dialect", ".LatinizationThe "new script" also includes Shanghainese, Xiamen, and CantoneseSichuan dialectand so onDialectstext scheme. This initiative not only diversifies the written language, but also facilitates language learning and communication. It is due to its unique design concept and wide range of applicationsLatinizationTo a certain extent, the new script has had a positive impact on the reform and development of the Chinese writing system.

AlthoughLatinizationThe new script was all the rage for a period of time and was seen as a product of the times andCultureIt was banned in the national control area, and some even believed that the move had a negative impact on the country. With the passage of time, the enthusiasm for the promotion of new words gradually fadedIntellectualsThey have also gradually returned to rationality and rationality, turning their attention to traditionCultureinheritance and development. This change is not accidental, but the result of a combination of complex factors, and people began to rethink it after the practical application of the new script gradually appearedCultureA balance between heritage and innovation.

LatinizationAs a revolutionary attempt, the new script influenced the reform of Chinese characters at that time to a certain extent with its characteristics of simplifying the script and promoting communicationSocialDevelop. However,CultureTradition andSocialThe conflict of reality has made this text reform not all smooth sailing, and the final brilliant result remains to be tested by time. In the process of studying history, we should not only see the intention behind the reform, but also examine the actual effect of the reformSocialfeedback in order to find a better balance in inheritance and innovation. LatinizationThe rise and fall of new writing is not only a historical phenomenon, but also a rightCultureIdentity, linguistic inheritance andSocialDeep thinking about development. May we explore the context of historical development, but also cherish the presentCultureDiversity and traditional values for a better future.

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