The Kazakh language is a Turkic language spoken primarily in Kazakhstan. It is the official state language and is used in government, education, and media. Kazakh is written in the Latin alphabet, having transitioned from Cyrillic in recent years, which reflects the country's efforts to modernize and connect with the global community. Kazakh is part of the Kipchak branch of the Turkic language family, sharing similarities with languages like Kyrgyz and Tatar. It has a rich oral tradition, with many proverbs, songs, and stories that reflect the culture and history of the Kazakh people.