Maldivian Divehi is the official language of the Maldives, an island nation in the Indian Ocean. It belongs to the Indo-Aryan branch of the Indo-European language family and is primarily spoken by the Maldivian population. The language has its own script called Thaana, which is written from right to left. Divehi has several dialects, with the standard form being used in education and media. The vocabulary includes influences from Arabic, English, and Sanskrit, reflecting the Maldives' historical trade connections and cultural exchanges. Divehi is an essential part of the Maldivian identity and heritage.