The Etruscan language is an ancient language spoken by the Etruscans, a civilization that thrived in what is now central Italy from the 8th to the 3rd century BCE. It is considered a language isolate, meaning it has no known relatives among other languages. The Etruscan script, derived from the Greek alphabet, was used to write the language, but only a limited number of inscriptions and texts have survived. Despite extensive research, the Etruscan language remains largely undeciphered, with many words and grammatical structures still unknown. Scholars have made progress in understanding some aspects of the language, but its unique characteristics continue to pose challenges. The study of Etruscan contributes to our knowledge of ancient Italian cultures and their interactions with neighboring civilizations, such as the Romans.