Neo-Aramaic languages

Neo-Aramaic languages are modern forms of the ancient Aramaic language, once widely spoken in the Middle East from around 500 BCE. Today, they are spoken by small communities, mainly Assyrians, Chaldeans, and Syriacs, primarily in Iraq, Iran, Syria, Turkey, and the diaspora. These languages have evolved through centuries, blending influences from other local languages. Despite their historical significance, Neo-Aramaic dialects are endangered due to political upheavals and shifting demographics. They serve as a vital link to cultural heritage, literature, and oral traditions of their communities, preserving unique linguistic and cultural identities today.