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Conlangery Podcast

Conlangery #23: Alien Languages

Nov 7, 2011
51:55

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  • Creating alien languages can range from more human-like to completely strange and unique based on alien features.
  • Truly unspeakable alien languages may not be of interest to readers, questioning their purpose in storytelling.

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The Alien Languages

Alien languages are discussed in this episode, with a focus on constructing languages for extraterrestrial beings. The podcast explores different approaches to creating alien languages, ranging from more human-like ones to languages that are completely strange and based on unique alien features. The speaker questions the purpose of making alien languages and whether they are necessary for storytelling. It is suggested that truly unspeakable alien languages may not be of interest to readers.

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