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Your journey starts here. Follow these steps to get started with Conlanging (Constructed Language Creation).
Consider why you are creating this language. Is it for a fictional world, artistic expression, or a linguistic experiment? This purpose will guide your design choices.
Decide on the sounds (phonemes) your language will use and establish rules for how they can be combined (phonotactics). This creates the auditory identity of your language.
Start building a small vocabulary of essential words. Focus on core concepts and words relevant to your language's purpose. Consider how words will be derived.
Determine the rules for sentence structure, verb conjugation, noun declension, and other grammatical features. Start with a simple system and expand as needed.
Trying to create an overly complex system too early can be overwhelming. Start with a solid, simpler foundation and add complexity gradually.
Inconsistencies in phonology, grammar, or vocabulary can make a language feel unnatural or difficult to use. Keep detailed notes and refer to them.
While conlangs can be unique, excessively deviating from common linguistic patterns can make them feel artificial. Research linguistic universals for inspiration.
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The study of sound systems in languages, including phonemes and phonotactics.
The vocabulary of a language, or a dictionary of a language.
The set of rules that govern the structure of a language, including syntax and morphology.
The smallest unit of sound in a language that can distinguish meaning.
The arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language.
