Spelling with Chinese character(istic)s, pt. 5

Language Log 2024-04-28

Summary:

Serious questions about "religion" in Sinitic Below the fold is for advanced specialists in Chinese philology, theology, and lexicography.  Even for them, it is recommended that readers prepare themselves by reviewing "Spelling with Chinese character(istic)s, pt. 4" (7/4/16). [This is a guest post by IA] I came across ěrlílìjǐng 爾釐利景 ("religion") last night. And today […]

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Victor Mair

Date tagged:

04/28/2024, 11:00

Date published:

04/28/2024, 07:02