Imagine you're playing a game where you and your friends created a secret code that only you can understand. That's what an alien language in science fiction is like.
When writers create an alien language, they're making up words and symbols that represent different things. It's kind of like when you learn a new language in school, except the language was invented in someone's imagination.
The reason writers create alien languages is to make their story more interesting and give their aliens a unique culture. Sometimes, the language might even be an important part of the plot. For example, the main character might have to learn the alien language to communicate with them.
Some alien languages might look like made-up squiggles and symbols, while others might have a structure and grammar similar to real-world languages. But even if the language is completely made up, writers often create a dictionary or guide to help readers understand it.
So the next time you read a science fiction book or watch a sci-fi movie, pay attention to the alien language. It's a cool way for writers to make their stories even more out of this world!