Lengv

Lengv is a constructed language (conlang) designed as a case study in language design and as a potential international auxiliary language. It emphasizes regular grammar, a compact phonology, and a manageable core lexicon intended to be learnable by speakers of diverse linguistic backgrounds.

Origin and development: The name Lengv is a stylized form derived from the general concept of language. The project emerged in online communities in the early 2010s and was developed by an international group of enthusiasts, with standardized materials such as a grammar, vocabulary lists, and learning resources published to guide new learners.

Phonology and writing: Lengv uses a relatively small phoneme inventory: five vowels and around eighteen consonants, with no tonal contrasts. The writing system is the Latin alphabet, with optional diacritics to indicate stress. Syllable structure is typically (C)(C)V(C), and there are no complex consonant clusters in ordinary speech.

Grammar: The language is designed to be analytic with minimal inflection. Nouns do not inflect for gender, and number is usually inferred from context or marked with simple particles. Verbs do not undergo heavy conjugation; tense and aspect are indicated by separate particles placed near the verb. Word order is primarily subject–verb–object (SVO) but may be adjusted for emphasis or clarity.

Lexicon and derivation: Core vocabulary covers common concepts, and new terms are formed regularly through affixation and compounding. Loanwords are allowed but adapted to the phonology and morphological patterns of Lengv.

Usage and status: Lengv is mainly used within hobbyist communities, linguistic experiments, and educational materials. It has a small online dictionary and a modest set of learning resources, but it is not widely adopted as an international auxiliary language.