S'gaw Karen is a language spoken by the Karen people, primarily found in Myanmar and Thailand. It belongs to the Sino-Tibetan language family and is one of the major dialects of the Karen languages. S'gaw Karen is used in daily communication, cultural practices, and traditional storytelling among the Karen communities. The S'gaw Karen script is based on the Latin alphabet, which was developed in the 19th century by missionaries. This writing system has helped preserve the language and promote literacy within the Karen population. S'gaw Karen plays a vital role in maintaining the cultural identity of the Karen people.