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It is thought as an exercise on creativity within constraints, making something new with a definite framework based on simplicity and conciseness. The goals of ''Mininorsk'' are to have a highly regular grammar based on precise limitations: | It is thought as an exercise on creativity within constraints, making something new with a definite framework based on simplicity and conciseness. The goals of ''Mininorsk'' are to have a highly regular grammar based on precise limitations: | ||
::1) a nordic morphology and word stock (with an eclectical choice of sources – using Old Norse, Proto-norse and North Germanic reflexes); and | ::1) a nordic morphology and word stock (with an eclectical choice of sources – using Old Norse, Proto-norse and North Germanic reflexes); and | ||
::2) a pseudo-esperantic grammatical scaffolding (following aspects of Esperanto morphology and syntax) | ::2) a pseudo-esperantic grammatical scaffolding (following aspects of Esperanto morphology and syntax). | ||
The aesthetic goal is to achieve the same kind of ''through-the-looking-glass'' feeling Esperanto has with regard to its [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Romance_languages Romance] resonance. | |||
Even though it is in principle a stand-alone exercise, ''Mininorsk'' has potential for expansion and might be expanded upon in the future. | Even though it is in principle a stand-alone exercise, ''Mininorsk'' has potential for expansion and might be expanded upon in the future. | ||