Here's how:
* Singular: When referring to the Chinese language, nationality, or culture in general, you use "Chinese" as a singular noun.
* Example: "Chinese is a tonal language."
* Example: "She is Chinese."
* Example: "Chinese culture is fascinating."
* Plural: When referring to multiple people from China, you use "Chinese" as a plural noun.
* Example: "There were many Chinese tourists at the museum."
* Example: "The Chinese have a long history of tea drinking."
To avoid confusion:
* If you are referring to more than one person from China, it is clearer to use "Chinese people" or "the Chinese."
* When referring to multiple objects or things related to China, you can use "Chinese" as an adjective, followed by the appropriate plural noun.
* Example: "They have several Chinese paintings in their collection."
It's important to pay attention to the context to determine whether "Chinese" is being used as a singular or plural noun.