Constructed Languages

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A constructed language(conlang) is a language invented/created by an individual or a group instead of developing naturally.

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What phonetic notation systems exist for non-human sounds? (self.conlang)

submitted 3 weeks ago by IndigoGollum to c/[email protected]

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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/25662741

I'm thinking about conlangs for creatures with different phonetic possibilities than humans, particularly birds with both syrinx and larynx. Does anything like the IPA already exist for these sounds?

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[–] [email protected] 3 points 3 weeks ago

So, uh, music notation technically fits your question. In terms of syrinx/larynx, we have a concept called multiphonics. For example, on brass instruments, you can sing with your throat while also buzzing your lips. However, notation isn't terribly standardized, except that music notation obviously has chords as a way of specifying multiple simultaneous notes.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Multiphonic#Notation