languagedesigns

languagedesigns refers to the deliberate and systematic creation or modification of a natural or artificial language. This can encompass a broad spectrum of activities, from developing a new constructed language for a fictional work to re-engineering aspects of an existing language for specific purposes.

The field is often associated with constructed languages, or "conlangs," which are intentionally devised languages such as Esperanto, Klingon from Star Trek, or Dothraki from Game of Thrones. These languages are designed with various goals in mind, including facilitating international communication, enhancing artistic expression, or serving as part of a fictional world-building effort. The process of languagedesign involves creating phonology, grammar, vocabulary, and often a writing system.

Beyond conlangs, languagedesigns can also involve linguistic engineering or language reform. This might include efforts to simplify spelling, standardize grammar, or introduce new terminology to address evolving societal needs or technological advancements. Such interventions aim to improve clarity, efficiency, or inclusivity within a language. The underlying principles of languagedesigns often draw from linguistics, semantics, and cognitive science, seeking to understand how languages function and how they can be shaped to meet specific communicative or artistic objectives.