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If I wanted to write fiction about a place I've never been before (which I, in fact, do), how could I possibly learn the fundamentals of the language enough for names of fictional places within that setting?

Asked by Yellowdog (12216points) May 1st, 2019

Most language instruction and language study, no matter how much you delve into it, is for conversational use. Is there another approach one might make to understand the etymology ?

Do you just need an internet friend who might be more familiar with translations and place-names and etymology, or can etymology be learned? Or do you simply have to be a native speaker?

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