Hittite Language

Hittite is an ancient language that was spoken by the Hittite civilization, which thrived in Anatolia (modern-day Turkey) around 1600 to 1200 BCE. It belongs to the Indo-European language family, making it related to languages like Latin and Greek. Hittite is one of the earliest documented Indo-European languages, with cuneiform inscriptions found on clay tablets. Its study provides valuable insights into the culture, politics, and society of the Hittites, including their legal practices and mythology. The deciphering of Hittite helped linguists understand the development of Indo-European languages over time.