Folkstunge

Folk's Tongue

Folk's Tongue (folkstunge) is a language that is spoken by the Folk Nation people in Northern California. Folk's Tongue was derived from English and other Germanic languages by the Folk Nation in order to claim an identity of their own. Folk's Tongue is one of the two official languages of Folk Nation alongside English, and is spoken by about 50% of their population. Modern Folk's Tongue evolved from what is now known as the Soft Language. The Soft Language is still widely spoken today in the Folk Nation during ceremonies and special events.

There are 5 principal dialects that are recognized. Many people fall into one of the 5 categories, but a lot of people speak some kind of mix between the dialects. The reason for the dialects has been attributed to the Folk Nation's value of creativity and individuality, and due to the fact that Folk's Tongue has no native speakers. Each dialect has the features of one the four elements.

Folk's Tongue is written in 3 different scripts, the Latin alphabet, the Elder Futhark, and an original script called Folk's Letters. The sound system of Folk's Tongue is really similar to the English sound system. The grammar is very similar to English with some German or Scandinavian influence. Much of the vocabulary is distinctly Germanic in origin. The wide variety of dialects have led to a wide variety of vocabulary and has allowed for a very rich tradition of poetry and music.