It’s also been referred to as “Tutnese” and “King Tut.” Mcllwain’s guide had been one of the few known documents about the language.

Tut, or Tutnese, a clandestine form of communication created by African slaves in 18th century America, when teaching slaves to read and write was prohibited, is seeing a revival as a result of ...

Though there are no known restrictions to the language, some say that not all Black people can learn it, only African Americans whose ancestors were enslaved in the U.S. and former colonies.

It’s also been referred to as “Tutnese” and “King Tut.” Mcllwain’s guide had been one of the few known documents about the language.