The Latvian language is a Baltic language spoken primarily in Latvia. It is one of the two surviving members of the Baltic branch of the Indo-European language family, the other being Lithuanian. Latvian has a rich history and is known for its complex grammar and phonetics, featuring a variety of vowel and consonant sounds. Latvian is the official language of Latvia and is used in government, education, and media. The language has several dialects, with the standard form based on the Central Latvian dialect. Efforts to preserve and promote the language continue, especially in the context of globalization and cultural identity.