Jabba the Hut is one character we either love or hate. According to Preply, he also speaks the fifth most popular fictional language in the world. Interest in fictional languages like Huttuse has grown in recent years, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. What are the reasons more people are picking up this fantastic language?
Online Language Learning Goes from Strength to Strength
People are not just turning into the world of Star Wars to cater to their language learning cravings. According to a BBC report, language learning has grown in popularity and many people started to learn a new language during the pandemic.
During the pandemic, most of us were stuck at home. Once you’re done with your Netflix shows and browsed through a few dozen cat videos on YouTube, you start looking for something more engaging to do. Learning a new language is a wonderful way to spend a portion of your day.
The ease and availability of learning tools are what make online language learning a good hobby. There are numerous apps you can use from the comfort of your sofa to boost learning. You don’t even have to learn a new language alone.
The internet has made it easy to connect with other learners around the world. This is especially meaningful during the pandemic, as you could still be talking and communicating with other learners online despite the travel restrictions and movement limitations.
The flexibility you have to learn a language boosts your motivation. You can set the pace and decide when, where and how you are learning the language. Even if you didn’t enjoy learning a language at school, you might find yourself enjoying the process now that you have more control.
With a fictional language, you also don’t just have to rely on boring courses. You can learn fictional languages while watching your favourite films and TV shows!
How Has Online Learning Helped Huttuse’s Popularity?
But what is luring people into learning the Huttuse language? After all, the most notable speaker of the language, Jabba the Hut, isn’t necessarily the most handsome or beloved creature in the world. But just like the Star Wars universe, the Huttuse speakers come in all shapes and sizes and that’s what makes it intriguing.
The recent rise in learning fictional languages like the Huttuse could be partly down to the pandemic and our growing thirst for entertainment. In the UK, people spent 40% of their time watching TV during the lockdown.
Deep dive into the Star Wars culture
While fictional languages might sound like gibberish to most people, the fans of these worlds know it’s not the case. You can hear the Huttuse spoken throughout the Star Wars franchise. Although the important dialogue is always translated, you might catch an off-hand comment and understand it if you learn the language!
Not to mention, the Huttuse was created with a specific culture in mind. According to Preply’s research, the language has over 600 unique words and a unique alphabet. Since it’s mainly used by criminals in Star Wars, it offers an interesting insight into the underbelly of the universe.
When you are watching shows and films or reading comics, you can get a better picture of the characters, their stories and their way of being when you understand their language.
Connect with other fans
Learning Huttuse also gives you a great opportunity to connect with other fans. Language learning is a lot more fun when you are doing it with someone else. The popularity of these fictional languages could well be down to the passion these fandoms and communities have.
There is nothing better than greeting your friends with ‘H’chu apenkee’, knowing both of you know it’s the Huttuse phrase for ‘hello’.
If you’ve been to a fan convention, you can hear all sorts of languages spoken. When one of these languages is part of the universe you all love, then it makes it even more special.
Not to mention, the fans of cosplay also know how much more depth you can give to your characters with these little details. The ability to speak Huttuse while cosplaying as Greedo can really make your character come alive!
Exciting Times for the Huttuse Language
The Huttuse language approximately has 620 average monthly searches. The language is becoming an increasingly popular fictional language to learn. Not only is language learning easier and more convenient, but it also offers lots of additional benefits to learners. For the Huttuse language, the increasing interest is especially exciting.
The language isn’t yet fully developed but as more people start learning and using it, the rules around the language will continue to evolve. For a new language learner, this can be a fun way to be part of something new. You’re learning a wonderful and fun language, while also helping to shape it!