Khmer alphabet

The Khmer alphabet is the script used to write the Khmer language, spoken in Cambodia. It is an abugida, meaning each character represents a consonant with an inherent vowel sound, which can be changed with diacritical marks. The script consists of 33 consonants, 23 vowels, and various diacritics for pronunciation and tone. It is written from left to right and features intricate, rounded shapes that reflect its historical and religious significance. The alphabet supports a rich literary tradition, combining visual beauty with linguistic complexity, and is used for both everyday writing and formal inscriptions.