In the 17th century, when Manchu first appeared in written form, using a script borrowed from the Mongolian Uighur alphabet, it became the language used in China’s official circles.
Mandžu keel ilmus esimest korda kirjakujul 17. sajandil (aluseks Mongoolia uiguuridelt laenatud kiri), mil sellest sai Hiina ametlik keel.