Latín is an ancient language that originated in the region of Latium, which is now part of modern-day Italy. It was the language of the Roman Empire and has significantly influenced many modern languages, particularly the Romance languages such as Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, and Romanian. Although Latin is no longer spoken as a native language, it is still used in specific contexts, such as in the fields of law, medicine, and science. Additionally, it remains the official language of the Vatican City and is used in the liturgy of the Roman Catholic Church.