How does language differ in lucid dreams?

[nothin7]

From a number of posts I've read, it seems to me that language functions differently in a lucid dream from how it does in waking life. Some people report speaking languages that they don't actually know fluently. Others find that language that made sense in the dream makes no sense upon awakening. Still others say that they don't really dream in a language at all. I think there may be some connection between the bizarreness of dreams and the strange properties of language in dreams, since many would argue that language is the basis for thought. This would also explain why dreams are so hard to remember, because you can't hold onto a thought without some way of your mind expressing it. I'm curious what your experiences are, especially regarding the following areas: (Compare all answers to your experience while awake.) 1. Do you find speaking, reading, or writing more difficult? How about understanding? 2. When you hear a song, which is more salient: the words or its melody? 3. Syntax: Is your grammar different? Are words in order? 4. Semantics: Is your vocabulary different? What is the relationship between words and meaning? Do you find one without the other? 5. Abstract thought: How are your logical and mathematical reasoning abilities? Are sequential thoughts (or actions) more difficult? Regarding 1-5 above: -Do you fail to notice irregularities until you awaken? -Do certain language abilities became easier with practice? -Do you find language differences between lucid and nonlucid dreams? Please share any thoughts you have on this topic. It will be interesting to see if there are any common themes. Also, I may be quoting you in my thesis, so let me know if you'd rather I didn't. Thanks!