Common, more frequently known as Arunaic in Nhera, is a language developed by the maritime nation of Arune for the purposes of trade. Its usage extends far into the future and is the main language used in the drifts and starcurrents beyond the veil.
Their emphasis on seaborne travel saw this language spread to nearly every coastline.
It's a language that can be incredibly descriptive, stemming from use in trade and necessity for explaining commodities and goods.
Arunaic makes use of lengthy vowels, even stress patterns and possesses a distinct cadence.
When listening to Arunaic, one might notice a more formal and refined tone, with a slower pace and clear articulation. The accent can sound somewhat distant or aloof, especially to those unfamiliar with it. However, it can also convey a sense of authority, sophistication, and intelligence.
laaonarre = travelling
How it was derived:
Root elements:
laae = deep (beyond the coast)
on = (connector/preposition meaning "beyond" or "across")
maare = horizon
-arre = gerund/action suffix (from -ar agent noun pattern)
So:
laae + on + maare + -arre
= "deep-beyond-horizon-ing"
= travelling (specifically: going beyond the coast toward the horizon)
This shows how Aruneans conceptualize travel. "To travel is to go beyond the deep waters (laae) toward the horizon (maare)."
This reveals CULTURE:
Aruneans are SEAFARERS (their word for "travel" is inherently nautical)
They think in terms of WATER DEPTH and HORIZONS (not land-based concepts)
Travel = leaving the safety of the coast (linne) for the deep (laae) and distant (maare)