Tibetíska

Tibetíska is the language spoken by the Tibetan people, primarily in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China. It belongs to the Tibeto-Burman language family, which is a branch of the Sino-Tibetan languages. There are several dialects of Tibetan, with the Lhasa dialect often considered the prestige dialect and the basis for modern standard Tibetan. Other major dialects include Kham and Amdo. Tibetan is a tonal language, meaning that the pitch contour of a word can change its meaning. The writing system, known as Tibetan script, is an abugida derived from Brahmi script of ancient India. It is written from left to right. Tibetan has a rich literary tradition, including religious texts, historical chronicles, and epic poetry, largely influenced by Buddhism. The language plays a vital role in Tibetan culture and identity. Efforts are ongoing to preserve and promote the use of Tibetan language in education and public life.