The Dinka language is a Nilotic language spoken primarily by the Dinka people in South Sudan. It is one of the official languages of the country and has several dialects, reflecting the diverse communities within the Dinka ethnic group. The language uses a system of tones, which means that the pitch of a word can change its meaning. Dinka is written using the Latin alphabet, and its vocabulary includes many words related to cattle, which are central to the Dinka culture. Efforts are ongoing to promote literacy in Dinka and preserve its linguistic heritage amid the challenges faced by the region.