Understanding the Phonetics of the Chinese Language

This manual presents the structure of basic and advanced phonetics of Putonghua in a clear and organized manner, while dispelling many stereotypes about Chinese pronunciation.
It provides detailed explanations of the sound system, tones, pauses, stress, and intonation of the Chinese language. All information is practical and accompanied by examples, diagrams, and tables. Great attention is paid to the tonal system and the comparison of sounds between the Chinese and Russian languages. This manual will be useful for university students, teachers, and anyone interested in the Chinese language.