Latin (latīne, [laˈtiːne] or lingua latīna, [ˈlɪŋɡʷa laˈtiːna]) is a classical language belonging to the Italic branch of the Indo-European languages. Latin was originally spoken in the area around Rome, known as Latium.
Dialects: Old Latin, Medieval Latin
Language family: Italic languages, Indo-Europe…
Writing system: Latin alphabet Countries spoken in: Vatican City