从中西思维模式差异看在商务语境中学生的英语表达问题

Differences in Thinking Modes between the Chinese and Westerners Shown in Language Expressions in the Context of Business

语言和思维之间存在着密不可分的关系。中西思维模式不同,其语言表达方式也大相迥异。本文概括总结了有关中西思维模式和语言差异的主要论点,并采用对比分析的方法进行商务英语教学,使学生对此有了初步的意识。

Language is closely related to thinking mode. There exist differences between the thinking mode of the Chinese and that of westerners; these are reflected in their languages. This paper briefly summarizes the main arguments in this area and then reports the application of contrastive approach to teaching Business English . which brings awareness of the issue to the students.