Slovene, also known as Slovenian, is a South Slavic language spoken by the Slovenes, primarily in Slovenia, where it is the official language. It is also spoken by Slovene communities in neighboring countries and diaspora communities worldwide. Slovene is a member of the Indo-European language family and shares linguistic ties with other South Slavic languages, like Serbo-Croatian.

The Slovene language uses the Latin alphabet with additional diacritic marks to represent specific sounds. It has a complex grammatical structure, including a system of grammatical cases and dual numbers, a feature distinguishing it from many other Slavic languages.

Slovene has a rich literary tradition dating back to the Middle Ages, and it has played a significant role in the cultural identity of the Slovene people. Efforts have been made to preserve and promote the Slovene language, particularly in education and media, to ensure its continued use and vitality. Despite globalisation and the influence of other languages, Slovene remains an important element of Slovenia’s cultural heritage.