English And Chinese Polite Language Contrast Analysis

Courtesy language is a mirror of our society, which reflects native traditionalculture of the nation in the language. Comparing the courtesy language of English andChinese, we at first start with notify language and leave-taking language, and how westart or finish a conversation, and petition、thankfulness and apology in courtesylanguage. Secondly, we should investigate the grammar, such as tense、aspect andsyntax of English. What’s more, the grammatical character of Chinese should beinvestigated. Non-language is a part of language, which should be included in courtesylanguage. The aim of comparing the courtesy lauguage of English and Chinese is touse in teaching Chinese. Teachers should pay attention to the combination of cultureand language, and improve the teaching methodology. Our Chinese culture will be oflong standing and spread to every part of the world.