Sumerian

Sumerian is an ancient language from the Mesopotamian region of the world. It is one of the oldest attested languages, with texts dating back to the 3rd millennium BC. Sumerian was spoken by the people of Sumer, an ancient civilization in Mesopotamia. It is thought to be the language of the first cities in Mesopotamia, and was used in a region that is now parts of Iraq, Iran, and Syria. Sumerian is a language isolate, meaning it is not related to any other known language. It is written in cuneiform, one of the earliest writing systems. Sumerian has been studied since the 19th century, and is currently known from a large body of texts, including administrative documents, literary works, and scientific treatises. Sumerian grammar is complex, and has been described as one of the most difficult languages to learn. However, its syntax is similar to other languages in the region, and it shares many cognates with other Mesopotamian languages. Sumerian literature includes a number of works, including the Epic of Gilgamesh, one of the oldest known works of literature. Sumerian poetry is also well-represented, and includes works such as the Song of the Hoe, a hymn to the Sumerian goddess Inanna. Sumerian is a fascinating language, with a long and rich history. It is a complex language, but one that is well worth studying.