@article{2015questions author = {}, title = {Questions about Ni- and Nikan}, journal = {Central Asiatic Journal}, volume = {58}, number = {1-2}, year = {2015}, abstract = {The particular significance of the ni- prefix for indicating human connotations in Manchu is generally well-noted by students of the language. However, a closer look at its particular use in the term nikan (‘Chinese’) reveals some interesting surprises. Welcome to the world of Manchu linguistics!}, url = {https://doi.org/10.13173/centasiaj.58.1-2.0049} doi = {10.13173/centasiaj.58.1-2.0049} }