How to create an inclusive universal language? (6)(synthesis)
Synthesis of a language refers to the process of combining elements from different languages or linguistic sources to create a new language, a new form of expression, or to modify an existing language. This synthesis can occur naturally or be the result of deliberate efforts. Here are some ways language synthesis can manifest:
1. Creation of Pidgins and Creoles
Definition: Pidgins and creoles are languages that emerge when speakers of different native languages need to communicate and combine elements from their languages to form a new, simplified language.
Example: Haitian Creole is a synthesis of French and various West African languages, developed by enslaved Africans in Haiti during the colonial period.
2. Human-Made Languages (Constructed Languages)
Definition: Synthesis in this context refers to the deliberate creation of a new language by combining elements from existing languages or inventing new linguistic structures.
Example: Esperanto, a constructed international auxiliary language, synthesizes features from various European languages to create a language that is intended to be easy to learn and neutral.
Example: Globe Language (Earth Language), an inclusive universal language, synthesizes features from all world languages (East hemisphere and West hemisphere) to create a universal language that is intended to be easy to learn and neutral for our planet and outer space.
3. Language Borrowing and Code-Switching
Definition: When speakers incorporate words, phrases, or grammatical structures from one language into another, often in bilingual or multilingual communities, this can lead to a synthesis of linguistic features.
Example: Spanglish, a blend of Spanish and English, is a form of synthesis where speakers mix elements of both languages in conversation.
4. Lexical Synthesis
Definition: The creation of new words or terms by combining elements from different languages or by blending existing words.
Example: The word “smog” is a synthesis of “smoke” and “fog,” creating a new term to describe air pollution.
5. Grammatical and Morphological Synthesis
Definition: This refers to the creation of complex grammatical forms or words by combining smaller linguistic units (morphemes) within a language.
Example: In Turkish, a highly agglutinative language, words are synthesized by adding multiple suffixes to a root word, such as “ev” (house) becoming “evlerinizde” (in your houses).
6. Cultural and Linguistic Fusion
Definition: The blending of linguistic features as a result of cultural contact and exchange, often leading to the development of new dialects or languages.
Example: The Swahili language synthesizes elements from Bantu languages, Arabic, and later, English and Portuguese, reflecting the diverse cultural influences along the East African coast.
7. Translation and Adaptation
Definition: In literary or technical contexts, synthesis can involve translating and adapting content from one language into another, sometimes combining elements from multiple sources to create a coherent and culturally appropriate text.
Example: Translating idioms or cultural references from one language to another often involves synthesizing ideas to retain the original meaning in a different linguistic and cultural context.
8. Consequences and Uses of Language Synthesis
Innovative Communication: Language synthesis can lead to the creation of new forms of expression that are better suited to the needs of a particular community or context.
Cultural Blending: The synthesis of languages often reflects and reinforces cultural blending and exchange, creating new identities and ways of understanding the world.
Language synthesis is a dynamic and creative process, reflecting the adaptability and inventiveness of human communication. It plays a significant role in the evolution of languages and the development of new linguistic forms. It is also essential to synthesize world languages and raise the awareness of global culture identity, while keeping original and regional cultures at the same time.