Pig Latin

Pig Latin is a language game or argot in which words are altered according to a simple set of rules. The goal is generally to obscure the meaning of the word from those who don't understand the rules. It's often used playfully by children.

The most common rules for Pig Latin are as follows:

• If a word begins with a consonant sound, the consonant or consonant cluster is moved to the end of the word, and "ay" is added.
• If a word begins with a vowel sound, "way" or "yay" is added to the end of the word.

There are variations on these rules, particularly regarding how to handle words that begin with consonant clusters and words that contain the letters "qu". Some variations also specify different suffixes other than "ay," "way," or "yay."

The precise origin of Pig Latin is unknown, but it has existed in some form for at least a century. It's primarily spoken, rather than written, and its usage is often informal and for entertainment purposes. Similar language games exist in other languages around the world.