中古汉语副词“颇”探微

A Close Examination of Middle Chinese Adverb "Po

中古汉语副词“颇”的用法比较复杂 ,既可表示程度的偏高、偏低或程度上的更近一步 ;还可表 示动作发生的频率 ;也可表示对范围的总括 ;另外还可以表示推度询问的语气。由于各种用法的来源不同 ,在 分布和发展上也表现为不均衡。

Middle Chinese adverb PO was used in various meanings: expressing high or low degree or the reaching of a further degree, the frequency of actions, a general reference to a certain range,and a tone of inquiry.The distribution and historical development of each origin of meaning varies accordingly.