The Lahu language is a member of the Lolo-Burmese branch of the Sino-Tibetan language family. It is primarily spoken by the Lahu people, who reside in regions of China, Myanmar, Thailand, and Laos. The language has several dialects, which can vary significantly in pronunciation and vocabulary. Lahu is a tonal language, meaning that the pitch used when pronouncing a word can change its meaning. The writing system for Lahu has been developed using the Latin alphabet, making it more accessible for literacy efforts among its speakers.