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- The subreddit etymologymaps provides conlangers with inspiration by showcasing the varied ways words are derived across European languages, revealing semantic shifts and borrowing patterns.
- Examining etymologymaps on Reddit allows conlangers to understand how words spread and regional interaction impacted their development, providing valuable insight for creating realistic language dynamics in con-worlds.
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Maps of Word Derivations
The podcast discusses a subreddit called etymologymaps, where conlangers can find inspiration. These user-created maps show the different ways words can be derived across European languages. The example of the word for 'camel' in various languages highlights how many European languages borrowed from a word for 'elephant' instead, indicating a confusion between the two animals at some point. The maps also explore word origins for terms like 'clock' and 'beer,' revealing the semantic shifts and varied derivations. This resource can be valuable for conlangers creating con-worlds with multiple languages or dialects.
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