Ahom Language

The Ahom language is an ancient Tibeto-Burman language historically spoken by the Ahom people in Assam, India. It developed from the Tai languages brought to India around the 13th century and served as the court and religious language for centuries. Over time, it was gradually replaced by Assamese as the community’s main language, but some scholars and traditions still study and preserve it. Ahom provides valuable insight into the region’s history, culture, and linguistic development, and its script and literature are important to understanding Assam’s ancient heritage.