Italo-Romance
Italo-Romance refers to a branch of the Romance languages that evolved from Latin in the Italian Peninsula. This group includes languages such as Italian, Sardinian, Ladin, and Friulian. These languages share common roots and features, making them distinct yet related to other Romance languages like Spanish and French.
The Italo-Romance languages are characterized by their unique phonetic, grammatical, and lexical traits. For example, Italian is known for its melodic sound and rich vocabulary, while Sardinian retains many archaic features from Latin. Overall, Italo-Romance languages reflect the diverse cultural and historical influences of Italy.