7 Oldest Languages That Are Still Spoken Today

By Jasreet Kaur26, Apr 2024 06:00 PMjagranjosh.com

Oldest Languages

People speak in many languages all over the world. But, do you know about the oldest languages that are spoken till today? Tap to read.

Tamil

With roots over 2,000 years old, Tamil is spoken in southern India, Sri Lanka, and Singapore, boasting a rich literary tradition.

Hebrew

Revived in the 19th century, Hebrew, with over 3,000 years of history, is now the official language of Israel.

Greek

With origins spanning 3,500 years, Greek is spoken in Greece and Cyprus, preserving a legacy of ancient civilisation.

Chinese

Mandarin, Cantonese, and other dialects of Chinese, over 3,000 years old, remain integral to China's cultural identity.

Aramaic

Though not widely spoken, Aramaic, dating back over 3,000 years, persists in religious contexts among certain communities.

Sanskrit

Sanskrit is the oldest language in the world, but it was no longer commonly used approximately 600 B.C.

Farsi

Farsi is 2500 years old. The common tongue of contemporary Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan is Farsi.

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