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An Experimental Analysis on the Chinese Rhythm Unit Mora

  • The Journal of Chinese Cultural Studies
  • 2016, (32), pp.155-174
  • DOI : 10.18212/cccs.2016..32.007
  • Publisher : The Society For Chinese Cultural Studies
  • Research Area : Humanities > Chinese Language and Literature > Chinese Literature > Chinese Culture
  • Published : May 30, 2016

송시황 1

1신한대학교

Accredited

ABSTRACT

The rhythm of Chinese could be defined as the alternation of isochronous and distinctive super-segmental features which implies that its unit could be identified as mora. In order to describe Chinese rhythm, we conducted an experimental analysis on the Mora of Chinese rhythm unit. We found that, the isochronous feature is not determined by time duration, but rather depended on subjective perception. The ending syllable in a rhythm unit manifests by features as pausing, extending or shortening. Therefore, the Chinese rhythm turns to be a compactness combination acoustically. Based on the non-linear structure of tones and mora, this study claims that one tone correlates with one syllable and two mora. Regardless the flexibility of the ending syllable, it doesn’t change the inner structure of mora. This study emphasizes the significance of mora in Chinese rhythm structure.

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