Croatian language

Croatian is a South Slavic language primarily spoken in Croatia and surrounding regions. It features a complex system of grammatical cases, verb conjugations, and a rich vocabulary rooted in Slavic roots, with influences from Latin, Italian, and Hungarian. The language uses both Latin and Cyrillic alphabets historically, but now predominantly employs Latin script. Croatian is mutually intelligible with other South Slavic languages like Serbian and Bosnian, sharing similarities in grammar and vocabulary. It has standardized orthography and regional dialects, reflecting Croatia’s diverse cultural history, making it a vital part of national identity and communication in the region.