I'll use the opportunity to list a few resources that people might find useful:
The Language Construction Kit. It's written mostly for newbies starting out on this vice. Yes, vice, because conlanging is addictive (ask Tolkien).
The Index Diachronica. It lists sound changes by family and sound, so if you're evolving your conlang from another, it gives you a good idea on what would feel natural.
The International Phonetic Alphabet chart. You don't need to know the IPA to make your own conlang, but it's a great way to refer to the sounds that you might include in your conlang.
And while I don't plan to be active on moderation duties in this community, for everyone here: don't be afraid to ask for my help on questions regarding phonology and evolution! I have a decent grasp on both matters, I did use them for my own conlangs, and I enjoy talking about this stuff.
Happy conlanging!
Thanks for creating this community!
it's our pleasure!
Welcome!
clongmod reporting for duty 🫡
Appointed! Sorry about the hassle. I also learned about these federated community bugs just now.
(Commenting to become a temporary mod and help with the sidebar)
I'll use the opportunity to list a few resources that people might find useful:
And while I don't plan to be active on moderation duties in this community, for everyone here: don't be afraid to ask for my help on questions regarding phonology and evolution! I have a decent grasp on both matters, I did use them for my own conlangs, and I enjoy talking about this stuff.
Happy conlanging!