Tutnese is more than a secret code—it’s a hidden language of survival. Created by African Americans during slavery, it transformed spoken English into patterns that only insiders could understand. This clever system kept conversations private, protected knowledge, and nurtured community when even words were policed. A true example of resilience and creativity, Tutnese reminds us that culture is not just about survival, but about carving out joy, dignity, and connection in the harshest conditions

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