Romanian is a Romance language spoken primarily in Romania and Moldova, with significant Romanian-speaking communities in neighbouring countries and diaspora communities worldwide. It is one of the official languages of the European Union. Romanian has evolved from Latin, with influences from surrounding Slavic languages and other neighbouring languages.

The language has a unique phonological system, with a series of vowels and consonants that distinguish it from other Romance languages. Romanian uses the Latin alphabet, and its grammar features definite and indefinite articles, three grammatical genders, and two numbers. Despite the historical influences from various cultures, Romania has retained its Romance character, and its literary tradition is rich with poetry, prose, and historical works. Efforts are made to preserve and promote the language, both domestically and internationally, as a vital aspect of the cultural identity of the Romanian-speaking communities.