The ancient Egyptian writing system is known as hieroglyphics. This script uses pictorial symbols to represent sounds, words, and concepts and was primarily used for religious texts, monumental inscriptions, and official documentation. The writing system developed around 3200 BCE and consisted of more than 700 symbols. Hieroglyphics served not only as a means of communication but also played a significant role in the culture and religion of ancient Egypt, symbolizing the connection between the divine and the earthly realm.