Elvish (Quenya and Sindarin)

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Elvish languages, specifically Quenya and Sindarin, were created by J.R.R. Tolkien to enrich his fictional world of Middle-earth. Quenya, often referred to as High-elven, was inspired by Latin and Finnish, with a focus on classical and inflected structures. It is known for its agglutinative grammar and is primarily used in poetic contexts. Sindarin, or Grey-elven, is more commonly spoken and draws inspiration from Welsh. It is notable for its complex mutations and was the predominant Elvish language during the events of The Lord of the Rings. Both languages are deeply rooted in Tolkien's mythology, with Quenya being the language of the Elves in Valinor and Sindarin spoken by the Elves of Beleriand. They are part of a larger linguistic family that includes other Elvish dialects like Telerin and Nandorin. Tolkien's languages were developed over decades, with each undergoing significant revisions to reflect their fictional histories and phonological changes. The creation of these languages was central to Tolkien's world-building, serving as the foundation for his stories and mythology.