A short history of the study of modern Wu dialects
略说现代吴语的研究—纪念赵元任《现代吴语的研究》发表80周年
Baohua Xu 许宝华
Abstract 摘要
Published more than 80 years ago, the Studies of Modern Wu Dialects by Yuen Ren Chao laid a solid foundation for the study of Wu dialects and is often regarded as a classic in the field. Since then, much progress has been achieved. There are fields, however, where research has yet be further explored. In our continuous endeavors, we should remember that language survey is the topmost priority in dialectal studies and that we follow the spirit of our forerunner, critical and innovative, breaking new grounds by being ready to modify and advance our theory, methodology and approach. It is hoped that our efforts will bring the study of Wu and other dialects to new heights of accomplishments in the coming years.
Subject Keywords 关键词
Chinese dialectology 汉语方言 Wu dialects 吴语 Studies of Modern Wu Dialects 《现代吴语的研究》