Tosk is a dialect of the Albanian language, primarily spoken in the southern regions of Albania. It is one of the two main dialects of Albanian, the other being Gheg. Tosk speakers often inhabit areas such as Vlorë and Gjirokastër, and the dialect is characterized by its unique phonetic and grammatical features. The Tosk dialect has played a significant role in the development of the standard Albanian language, which is based on Tosk. This standardization occurred in the mid-20th century, promoting Tosk as a key component of national identity and cultural heritage in Albania.