Štokavski is a dialect of the Serbo-Croatian language, primarily spoken in Serbia, Croatia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is one of the main dialects and serves as the basis for the standard forms of both Croatian and Serbian. The name "štokavski" comes from the word "što," meaning "what," which is a key feature of this dialect. This dialect is characterized by its use of the Štokavian pronunciation and vocabulary. It has several sub-dialects, including Eastern Herzegovinian, Western, and Shtokavian, each with unique linguistic traits. Štokavski plays a significant role in the cultural and linguistic identity of the South Slavic peoples.