akkadian

n.an ancient branch of the Semitic languages

1. Akkadian was the language of administration in the ancient Babylonian Empire.
   阿卡德语是古代巴比伦帝国的行政语言。
2. Many ancient texts were written in Akkadian, providing insight into Mesopotamian culture.
   许多古代文献是用阿卡德语写成的，为了解美索不达米亚文化提供了见解。