دموتیک is a form of ancient Egyptian writing that was used primarily for everyday purposes. It emerged around the 7th century BCE and is characterized by its simplified and cursive style, making it easier to write compared to the more formal hieroglyphs. This script was commonly used for administrative, legal, and literary texts. The term "دموتیک" comes from the Greek word for "popular," reflecting its use among the general population. It played a crucial role in the evolution of the Egyptian language and was eventually replaced by the قبطية script as the dominant writing system in Egypt.