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Amharic

Amharic is a Semitic language primarily spoken in Ethiopia, serving as the country's official language. It uses a unique script called Ge'ez or Fidel, consisting of distinct characters representing consonant-vowel combinations. Amharic has a rich history dating back centuries, with roots in ancient Ethiopian civilizations. It functions as both a spoken language and written language for government, education, and media. As a vibrant languages, it reflects Ethiopia’s cultural diversity, with complex grammar, a wide vocabulary, and influences from other languages and religions. Overall, Amharic is a key element of Ethiopia’s identity and communication.