
Cyrillic script
Cyrillic script is a writing system developed in the First Bulgarian Empire during the 9th century, primarily used for various Slavic and non-Slavic languages. It consists of a unique set of letters, many derived from Greek, with additional characters to represent sounds specific to these languages. Today, Cyrillic is used by countries such as Russia, Bulgaria, Serbia, and North Macedonia. It enables the accurate representation of their phonetics and literacy, playing a vital role in cultural identity and communication. Over time, it has evolved into several regional variants, reflecting linguistic and historical influences.