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Pinyin Syllables Table – Complete Pinyin Pronunciation Learning System
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Chinese Four Tones

Chinese has four basic tones. Mastering tones is key to learning Chinese pronunciation well.

1

First Tone

ā

High-level tone, pitch remains at high level without rising or falling

2

Second Tone

á

Rising tone, rises from mid to high, similar to questioning tone in English

3

Third Tone

ǎ

Low-dipping tone, falls then rises, with a curved contour

4

Fourth Tone

à

Falling tone, falls from high to low, similar to command tone in English

Pinyin Syllables Table

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Common Pinyin Syllables

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ā

First Tone (High-level)

High-level tone, high and flat pitch

á

Second Tone (Rising)

Rising tone, rises from mid to high

ǎ

Third Tone (Low-dipping)

Low-dipping tone, falls then rises

à

Fourth Tone (Falling)

Falling tone, falls from high to low

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