The Egyptian writing system was known as hieroglyphics. It was a complex system of pictorial symbols used by ancient Egyptians to represent words or sounds. Hieroglyphics were primarily used for religious, ceremonial, and monumental purposes, though they were also used in more everyday contexts. Over time, the system evolved into a more simplified form known as hieratic and demotic script. The decipherment of hieroglyphics occurred in the early 19th century by scholars such as Jean-François Champollion. This discovery provided crucial insights into the history, culture, and language of ancient Egypt.
