Kaans

Kaan, also known as the Kaan language, is a fictional constructed language created by author J.R.R. Tolkien. It is featured in his legendarium, most notably in "The Lord of the Rings." Tolkien envisioned Kaan as the language spoken by the fictional race of Men known as the Kaan. The language is described as having a guttural and harsh sound, reflecting the perceived nature of its speakers.

Details about Kaan's grammar, vocabulary, and script are scarce within Tolkien's published works. However, it is understood that Kaan is one of many languages and dialects that existed in Middle-earth, contributing to the rich linguistic tapestry Tolkien created. Unlike Elvish languages like Quenya and Sindarin, which Tolkien developed with considerable detail and linguistic principles, Kaan remains more of a conceptual element, serving the narrative purpose of distinguishing cultures and peoples.

The Kaan people are depicted as a warlike and formidable group, and their language is intended to evoke this image. While not as fully realized as some of Tolkien's other linguistic creations, Kaan plays a role in establishing the diverse inhabitants of his fictional world and adding a layer of depth to the history and cultures he imagined. Further scholarly exploration of Tolkien's extensive unpublished notes might reveal more about the linguistic structures and intended features of Kaan, but for the general reader, its primary significance lies in its association with the Kaan people.