Plural vs Singular Nouns in Chinese Learning

This presentation examines plural and singular noun usage in Chinese and English, highlighting linguistic, cultural, and structural differences. Key topics include the Chinese plural marker ‘-men,’ the English plural morpheme ‘-s,’ and their implications for second language acquisition. Insights from SLA research and study methodology will be discussed, emphasizing universal scalar implicatures and cross-linguistic contrasts. Practical applications are provided for adapting teaching methods...