The Udmurt language is a member of the Finno-Ugric group of the Uralic language family. It is primarily spoken by the Udmurt people in the Udmurt Republic, a region in the Russian Federation. The language has its own unique alphabet and is recognized as a minority language in Russia. Udmurt is closely related to other Finno-Ugric languages, such as Mari and Komi. It has a rich oral tradition and is used in various cultural expressions, including music and literature. Efforts are ongoing to promote and preserve the language among younger generations.