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Catalan is a Romance language spoken in parts of Spain, France, and Italy. Though often associated with Spain, it is distinct from both Spanish and French, forming its own linguistic system within the Western Romance group.

History and Origins

Catalan originated from Vulgar Latin during the early Middle Ages. It developed in the eastern Pyrenees and expanded southward as the Crown of Aragon grew. Over the centuries, the language absorbed influences from Occitan, Spanish, and French, while maintaining its unique structure and vocabulary.

Geographic Distribution

Catalan is spoken in several regions known collectively as the Catalan-speaking territories:

• Catalonia (Spain) – co-official language

• Valencian Community (Spain) – known as Valencian and co-official

• Balearic Islands (Spain) – co-official

• Andorra – the only official national language

• Eastern Aragon (Spain) – recognized minority language

• Roussillon (France) – regional use

• Alghero (Sardinia, Italy) – local variety called Algherese

Number of Speakers

Catalan is spoken by more than 9–10 million people, with around 4–5 million native speakers.

Linguistic Features

• Descends from Western Romance Latin

• Shares similarities with Spanish, French, and Occitan

• Features its own phonology and grammar, including unique vowel distinctions

• Rich verb conjugation and gendered nouns