The Akkadian language is an ancient Semitic language that was spoken in Mesopotamia, primarily in what is now modern-day Iraq. It is one of the earliest known written languages, with its script appearing around 2500 BCE. Akkadian was used for various purposes, including administration, literature, and diplomacy, and it evolved into different dialects, such as Babylonian and Assyrian. Akkadian was written using the cuneiform script, which consists of wedge-shaped marks made on clay tablets. The language played a significant role in the development of other languages in the region and influenced later cultures, including the Babylonians and Assyrians. Today, Akkadian is studied by linguists and historians to understand ancient Mesopotamian civilization.