The Romanian alphabet consists of 31 letters, derived from the Latin script. It includes the standard 26 letters of the English alphabet, along with five additional letters: ă, â, î, ș, and ț. These special characters represent specific sounds in the Romanian language, making it distinct from other languages that use the Latin script. The alphabet is used to write the Romanian language, which is a Romance language spoken primarily in Romania and Moldova. The inclusion of diacritics helps to clarify pronunciation and meaning, ensuring effective communication among speakers.