The Tajik language is a member of the Persian language family, primarily spoken in Tajikistan. It is the official language of the country and is also used in parts of Uzbekistan and Afghanistan. Tajik is written in the Cyrillic script, which was adopted during the Soviet era, making it distinct from its Persian relatives that use the Persian script. Tajik has a rich literary history and is influenced by various cultures due to its location along the ancient Silk Road. The language has many dialects, with the standard form based on the Dushanbe dialect. Today, Tajik continues to evolve, incorporating modern vocabulary while preserving its historical roots.