Română is the official language of Romania and is also spoken in parts of Moldova, where it is known as Moldovan. It belongs to the Romance language family, which includes languages like Italian, Spanish, and French. Română evolved from Latin, influenced by various languages over the centuries, including Slavic languages, Hungarian, and Turkish. The language uses the Latin alphabet and has 31 letters, including special characters like ș and ț. Română is known for its rich vocabulary and unique grammatical structures. It is spoken by approximately 24 million people worldwide, making it an important language in Eastern Europe.