The Albanian language is an Indo-European language primarily spoken in Albania and Kosovo. It has two main dialects: Gheg, spoken in the north, and Tosk, spoken in the south. Albanian is unique among the Indo-European languages, with its own distinct vocabulary and grammar, and it uses the Latin alphabet. Albanian is the official language of Albania and Kosovo, and it is also recognized in parts of North Macedonia and Montenegro. The language has a rich literary tradition, with notable works dating back to the 15th century. Today, it is spoken by approximately 7 million people worldwide.