Black Speech

From Langmaker

ConlangBlack Speech
AuthorJ.R.R. Tolkien
Year BeganN/A
Language Typefictional language
Lexicon Size34
EtymologiesYes
GrammarYes
Sample TextsYes
PrimerNo

Black Speech, a fictional language, was developed by J.R.R. Tolkien.


Uniqueness

A dark language for dark deeds. A language to rhyme rings of power in.


Interest of others

A group of fans are expanding the lexicon and grammar: "When J. R. R. Tolkien invented the Black Speech for his Lord of the Rings trilogy, he created only a few phrases and orc names. In order to develop the language for use and communication, we have invented new words and have developed some grammatical rules."


External links

SiteBroken LinkAuthorSite Languages
http://www.uib.no/People/hnohf/orkish.htm NoHelge Kåre FauskangerEnglish
http://www.darktongue.cjb.net/ YesNAEnglish